Hello, and welcome to the Summer of Buddie Fic Rec Extravaganza!
Over the course of fifteen weeks, we'll be celebrating Buddie fanfiction in all its forms: getting together fics, alternate universes, outsider POV, canon divergence, long fics, hidden gems, and everything in between. Every Thursday from June 18th through September 24th, a new themed rec list will be posted featuring fan-submitted fic recommendations centered around Buck and Eddie.
This event is designed to celebrate the incredible variety within Buddie fandom. Whether you love emotional hurt/comfort, soft domestic fluff, massive slow burns, weird little one shots that changed your life forever, or underrated fics that deserve far more attention, there is a place for all of it here.
Participation is simple:
Each week has its own theme and submission form, and anyone can recommend fics for that week's prompt. You can recommend your own work or someone else's, submit one fic or twenty, participate every week or only once, and rec old favorites alongside brand new discoveries. The goal is to spread love around the fandom and highlight as many incredible creators and stories as possible.
Submission forms will be open two weeks before the list is published, and will close on the Wednesday before.
The rec lists will include fic title, author, rating, archive warnings, word count, a short summary, and the recommender's comments where provided.
Themes are intentionally broad and open to interpretation, so don't be afraid to get creative with your submissions. Works in progress, explicit fic, dark fic, podfics, alternate universes, and pre-canon stories are all welcome provided they are properly tagged and submitted in good faith.
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Submissions are now open for Outsider POV week! Send in your favorite fics from the perspective of Christopher, Maddie, Bobby, Hen, Chim, random civilians, or anyone else forced to witness Buck and Eddie being in love before they figure it out themselves.
Submit your fic recs here! The form will be open until 11:59 pm EST on August 18th.
Submissions are now open for Outsider POV week! Send in your favorite fics from the perspective of Christopher, Maddie, Bobby, Hen, Chim, random civilians, or anyone else forced to witness Buck and Eddie being in love before they figure it out themselves.
Submit your fic recs here! The form will be open until 11:59 pm EST on August 18th.
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The theme list is out for the Summer of Buddie Fic Rec Extravaganza! The full list of themes and links to submission forms are listed below the cut.
Getting Together (June 18)
Kicking the event off with our first prompt, it's getting together! Covering feelings realizations, confessions, first kisses, first dates, first times, and everything in between. Send in your fics about Buck and Eddie finally getting together.
Submit your recs here! Form opens June 3.
Pride (June 25)
It's Pride Month! To celebrate, let's highlight fics about queer identities, coming out, and self exploration. All identities are welcome and respected here, whether we're talking canon (Buck's bisexuality) or speculative (gay/bi/unlabelled Eddie, Buck or Eddie as trans, etc).
Submit your recs here! Form opens June 10
One Shots (July 2)
This week we're celebrating one shots! Whether it's a short character study, a single emotional moment, or a complete story told in one chapter, we want to see the fics that can do a lot in a little space.
Submit your recs here! Form opens June 17
Family/Firefam (July 9)
This week we're highlighting family. Whether that's the family you're born into (like Buck and Maddie, or Eddie and Christopher) or the family you choose (like the 118), we're looking for fics exploring the bonds that tie these characters together.
Submit your recs here! Form opens June 24
Canon Divergence (July 16)
One different choice can change everything. This week we're looking for canon divergence fics that explore how events may have unfolded differently, whether the changes are small, massive, or somewhere in between.
Submit your recs here! Form opens July 1
Works in Progress (July 23)
This week we're showing some love to works in progress! Recommend the fics you're currently following, the stories you drop everything to read when they update, and the authors keeping us all emotionally invested chapter after chapter.
Submit your recs here! Form opens July 8
Kidfic (July 30)
Time to focus on the kids! Whether it's Christopher, Theo, or an original child character, send in your fic recs about Buck and Eddie and the children they raise.
Submit your recs here! Form opens July 15
Near Death Experience (August 6)
From stabbings to tsunamis, lightning strikes to shootings, our boys have been through it all! This week we're exploring near death experiences.
Submit your recs here! Form opens July 22
Hidden Gems (<300 Kudos) (August 13)
This week is dedicated to underrated fics that deserve far more attention. Recommend your favorite hidden gems with fewer than 300 kudos at the time of submission and help shine a spotlight on incredible works that may have flown under the radar.
Submit your recs here! Form opens July 29
Outsider POV (August 20)
Sometimes the best way to understand Buck and Eddie is through someone else's eyes. This week we're highlighting outsider POV fics, whether that's the rest of the 118, Christopher, Maddie, Bobby, random civilians, or anyone else watching these two slowly become impossible to ignore.
Submit your recs here! Form opens August 5
Alternate Universe (August 27)
What if things had happened differently? This week is all about alternate universes, from canon rewrites and role swaps to completely different settings and scenarios. Coffee shop AUs, fantasy AUs, space, sci-fi, apocalypse stories — anything goes!
Submit your recs here! Form opens August 12
Long Fics (>50K) (September 3)
This week is for the long fics that keep you awake at 2 AM saying "just one more chapter." Bring us your favorite epics, slow burns, emotional journeys, and sprawling stories over 50k words.
Submit your recs here! Form opens August 19
Established Relationship (September 10)
The confession happened. They got together. Now what? This week we're celebrating established relationship fics, where Buck and Eddie have already chosen each other and are navigating everything that comes after. Whether they're facing new challenges, surviving disasters, or simply finding their footing together, we're looking for stories that explore life beyond the first kiss.
Submit your recs here! Form opens August 26
Season 10 Spec (September 17)
With Season 10 fast approaching, it's time to get all your theories in! This week we're looking at fics that speculate on what may or may not happen next season.
Submit your recs here! Form opens September 2
Best Friends in Love (Free-For-All) (September 24)
At their core, Buck and Eddie are two best friends in love, so we're celebrating that with a free-for-all in our closing week! Any and all fics are accepted for this week, regardless of genre, length, age, or format. If you love a fic that didn't quite fit any other prompt, or if you didn't get to recommend it in time, send it in for this week!
Submit your recs here! Form opens September 9
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Submissions are now open for NDE week! Send in your favorite hurt/comfort, rescue gone wrong, hospital vigil, recovery arc, and emotionally devastating Buddie fics.
Submit your fic recs here! The form will be open until 11:59 pm EST on August 4th.
From Theo to Christopher to original child characters, kidfic has long been one of fandom's favorite ways to explore love, family, and the future. This week's recs celebrate Buck and Eddie navigating parenthood, chaos, and the children at the center of their lives.
Buck and Eddie are living together and Buck has started dating again. Eddie realises he's in love with Buck and takes the time to work through his feelings - not at all threatened by his best friend's lovers.
Reccer says: I liked it!
2. co-sleeping by peaktotheocean (25.4k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck gains a baby, loses his boyfriend, and moves in with his best friend. In that order.
Reccer says: I liked it!
3. I’ll Feel You Forget Me Like I Used to Feel You Breathe by turningthepages (128.8k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Eddie gets amnesia and forgets his and buck’s 3 kids (chris + 2 oc kids) and marriage. Beautiful story about rediscovering their love through relearning how to raise the kids together.
Reccer says: Great portrayal of the characters and such a beautiful, heartfelt story.
4. (My Prison Was) Just An Open Cage by nerdwegian (202k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Theo adoption journey where Buck and Eddie fall in love in the slowest slow burn as Buck learns how to trust himself, lean on Eddie, and become a parent to Theo. Beautiful beautiful stuff.
Reccer says: It was perfect. Pacing, events, characters, ending, everything.
Amazing characterization, very realistic sibling dynamics between Chris and Theo.
5. led me to the floor (even though i'm not a dancer) by K15n (81.2k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
When Mara becomes obsessed with ballroom dance Eddie becomes her teacher. Along the way he realizes he's in love with Buck, starts receiving "gay lessons" from Hen and Karen, and forms a ragtag dance academy. What could possibly go wrong?
Reccer says: Eddie teaching all the kids to dance is so cute and I love how both Buck and Eddie develop their own special bond with Josie
6. your place in the family of things by littleghost (@ghostlandtoo) (30.7k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Buck and Eddie end up with a wishbaby. It strikes a nerve, but Buck’s always been good at pretending.
Reccer says: I liked it!
7. deep in the heart of texas by meriwethersays (@meriwetherwrites) (30.3k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Eddie pines in Texas, Buck visits and confesses, and then....Kameron and Connor die in a car crash and Buck's life gets turned upside down.
Reccer says: Love all the different kinds of relationships in this fic, and Eddie's experiences as an Uber driver are very funny. The fic was published during season 8 so the kid is very much not Theo, but feels realistic in a very different way.
8. God Bless All Of Those Other Eyes by BirbWatcher (@birb-watcher) (11.1k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Eddie runs into Tommy at the grocery store with Chris and Theo. Tommy makes some (fair) assumptions, and Eddie has a crisis over it.
Reccer says: It was such an adorable fic. The characterization of each character was amazing and I really liked the author's writing style. I also really like Eddie-centric fics and kids fics, and this one has both!
9. what’s waiting out there (we can never know) by Rehearsal_Dweller (@agentsnickers) (112.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
At 22, Buck got one of his hookups pregnant and decided to keep the baby himself rather than let her be put up for adoption. At 26, he joined the 118. You know the rest, right?
Reccer says: oh my god this is probably my favorite 911 fic just like in general. marnie maddie buckley is such a precious character and the whole thing is like, some things are different but some are the same and it’s just so so so fun. really good whole show au
10. The Kid Talk by CourtepointeClementine and Sunlight (@courtepointeclementine and @justonebigbee) (11.7k, General)
Warnings: none
Set in the gap between Buck deciding to foster Theo, and Theo actually moving in with him. Buck talks to everyone about the decision — except for Eddie.
Reccer says: This fic shows Buck's emotional journey around deciding to foster Theo and reflecting on what it means to be a parent. There's excellent banter and heartfelt advice from the fire fam, and a big emotional payoff when Buck finally talks to Eddie.
11. i’m just like you (you’re just like me) by evbuckbuckleydiaz (7.9k, Teen)
Warnings: none
While being watched by Eddie, Theo asks for a mark like Buck’s, then notices that Eddie has a mark too, and wants that one as well, unknowingly sending a very in-love Eddie into a crisis.
Reccer says: I liked it!
12. Two Cups of Coffee by ZinnyDark (@zinnydark) (1.2k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie observes a chaotic morning.
Reccer says: This is such a cute fic, with a classic Eddie move that made me laugh. Perfect for reading over coffee to start your morning off right.
13. you're safe, little one by greyspilot (@eddiestabwound) (1.8k, General)
Warnings: none
Buck has to pick Theo up from school and panics.
REccer says: Buck has to pick Theo up from school and panics.
14. A Warm Bath by ufohnoparty (why_didnt_i_get_any_soup) (@soupfic) (3.3k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie and Buck take Chris and Theo to the beach.
Reccer says: This is so sweet. A perfect little slice of how the Buckley-Diaz summer should look.
15. The Definition of Love and All Things Ineffable by ElvenSorceress (29.3k, Teen)
Warnings: none
A season five fic in which Buck processes his breakup, learns his place in his family, has a huge crisis of sexuality, and finds the truth about love beating in his own heart.
Reccer Says: This was a heartwarming fic and really showed how much Buck and Eddie's relationship revolves around how much they each love Chris, as well as the love they have for each other.
16. i'll be the ship, i'll be the shore by farfromthstars (@doeeyeseddie) (40.2k, Mature)
Warnings: none
AU where Buck has a daughter Christopher's age and that's how he and Eddie first meet
Reccer says: Really fun twist on canon with the addition of a cute kid. I love reading about Buck and Eddie's dynamic under these changed circumstances!
17. Half Awake in Our Fake Empire by HMSLusitania (@hmslusitania) (33.5k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck 1.0 fathered a child, and five years later, Buck comes into custody. Eddie is there to help, of course.
Reccer says: THEEE accidental child acquisition fic to me. I love when they pine for each other while actively raising a whole family together
This is one of the earliest accidental child acquisition fics in the fandom, and it still holds up today. Molly is an adorable little OC, and buddie getting together through "platonically" raising children together is always a fun trope!
18. a shoulder to snot on by buckisthejuice and lenastardust (8.9k, General)
Warnings: none
Four times Theo uses Eddie's shirt as his designated snot spot and the one time he doesn't.
Reccer says: This fic is adorable! It's the Buckley-Diaz family! Eddie has such a sweet relationship with Theo and, don't worry, the snot is not too graphic. I can't wait to reread this one!
19. a dad-mergency by kryptonian (@weteddie) (6.7k, General)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Theo's birthday plans take a turn for the worse. Eddie's right there to get them back on track.
Reccer says: This is a v cute and well written story that really highlights the co-parenting of it all
20. the leaves will still die by saintsnames (6.8k, General)
Warnings: Addiction Arc aftermath
A look into how Chris is feeling post 9.15, and how he tries to help
Reccer says: cathartic and beautifully written look into what buck and chris mean to each other
From Theo to Christopher to original child characters, kidfic has long been one of fandom's favorite ways to explore love, family, and the future. This week's recs celebrate Buck and Eddie navigating parenthood, chaos, and the children at the center of their lives.
Buck and Eddie are living together and Buck has started dating again. Eddie realises he's in love with Buck and takes the time to work through his feelings - not at all threatened by his best friend's lovers.
Reccer says: I liked it!
2. co-sleeping by peaktotheocean (25.4k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck gains a baby, loses his boyfriend, and moves in with his best friend. In that order.
Reccer says: I liked it!
3. I’ll Feel You Forget Me Like I Used to Feel You Breathe by turningthepages (128.8k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Eddie gets amnesia and forgets his and buck’s 3 kids (chris + 2 oc kids) and marriage. Beautiful story about rediscovering their love through relearning how to raise the kids together.
Reccer says: Great portrayal of the characters and such a beautiful, heartfelt story.
4. (My Prison Was) Just An Open Cage by nerdwegian (202k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Theo adoption journey where Buck and Eddie fall in love in the slowest slow burn as Buck learns how to trust himself, lean on Eddie, and become a parent to Theo. Beautiful beautiful stuff.
Reccer says: It was perfect. Pacing, events, characters, ending, everything.
Amazing characterization, very realistic sibling dynamics between Chris and Theo.
5. led me to the floor (even though i'm not a dancer) by K15n (81.2k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
When Mara becomes obsessed with ballroom dance Eddie becomes her teacher. Along the way he realizes he's in love with Buck, starts receiving "gay lessons" from Hen and Karen, and forms a ragtag dance academy. What could possibly go wrong?
Reccer says: Eddie teaching all the kids to dance is so cute and I love how both Buck and Eddie develop their own special bond with Josie
6. your place in the family of things by littleghost (@ghostlandtoo) (30.7k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Buck and Eddie end up with a wishbaby. It strikes a nerve, but Buck’s always been good at pretending.
Reccer says: I liked it!
7. deep in the heart of texas by meriwethersays (@meriwetherwrites) (30.3k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Eddie pines in Texas, Buck visits and confesses, and then....Kameron and Connor die in a car crash and Buck's life gets turned upside down.
Reccer says: Love all the different kinds of relationships in this fic, and Eddie's experiences as an Uber driver are very funny. The fic was published during season 8 so the kid is very much not Theo, but feels realistic in a very different way.
8. God Bless All Of Those Other Eyes by BirbWatcher (@birb-watcher) (11.1k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Eddie runs into Tommy at the grocery store with Chris and Theo. Tommy makes some (fair) assumptions, and Eddie has a crisis over it.
Reccer says: It was such an adorable fic. The characterization of each character was amazing and I really liked the author's writing style. I also really like Eddie-centric fics and kids fics, and this one has both!
9. what’s waiting out there (we can never know) by Rehearsal_Dweller (@agentsnickers) (112.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
At 22, Buck got one of his hookups pregnant and decided to keep the baby himself rather than let her be put up for adoption. At 26, he joined the 118. You know the rest, right?
Reccer says: oh my god this is probably my favorite 911 fic just like in general. marnie maddie buckley is such a precious character and the whole thing is like, some things are different but some are the same and it’s just so so so fun. really good whole show au
10. The Kid Talk by CourtepointeClementine and Sunlight (@courtepointeclementine and @justonebigbee) (11.7k, General)
Warnings: none
Set in the gap between Buck deciding to foster Theo, and Theo actually moving in with him. Buck talks to everyone about the decision — except for Eddie.
Reccer says: This fic shows Buck's emotional journey around deciding to foster Theo and reflecting on what it means to be a parent. There's excellent banter and heartfelt advice from the fire fam, and a big emotional payoff when Buck finally talks to Eddie.
11. i’m just like you (you’re just like me) by evbuckbuckleydiaz (7.9k, Teen)
Warnings: none
While being watched by Eddie, Theo asks for a mark like Buck’s, then notices that Eddie has a mark too, and wants that one as well, unknowingly sending a very in-love Eddie into a crisis.
Reccer says: I liked it!
12. Two Cups of Coffee by ZinnyDark (@zinnydark) (1.2k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie observes a chaotic morning.
Reccer says: This is such a cute fic, with a classic Eddie move that made me laugh. Perfect for reading over coffee to start your morning off right.
13. you're safe, little one by greyspilot (@eddiestabwound) (1.8k, General)
Warnings: none
Buck has to pick Theo up from school and panics.
REccer says: Buck has to pick Theo up from school and panics.
14. A Warm Bath by ufohnoparty (why_didnt_i_get_any_soup) (@soupfic) (3.3k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie and Buck take Chris and Theo to the beach.
Reccer says: This is so sweet. A perfect little slice of how the Buckley-Diaz summer should look.
15. The Definition of Love and All Things Ineffable by ElvenSorceress (29.3k, Teen)
Warnings: none
A season five fic in which Buck processes his breakup, learns his place in his family, has a huge crisis of sexuality, and finds the truth about love beating in his own heart.
Reccer Says: This was a heartwarming fic and really showed how much Buck and Eddie's relationship revolves around how much they each love Chris, as well as the love they have for each other.
16. i'll be the ship, i'll be the shore by farfromthstars (@doeeyeseddie) (40.2k, Mature)
Warnings: none
AU where Buck has a daughter Christopher's age and that's how he and Eddie first meet
Reccer says: Really fun twist on canon with the addition of a cute kid. I love reading about Buck and Eddie's dynamic under these changed circumstances!
17. Half Awake in Our Fake Empire by HMSLusitania (@hmslusitania) (33.5k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck 1.0 fathered a child, and five years later, Buck comes into custody. Eddie is there to help, of course.
Reccer says: THEEE accidental child acquisition fic to me. I love when they pine for each other while actively raising a whole family together
This is one of the earliest accidental child acquisition fics in the fandom, and it still holds up today. Molly is an adorable little OC, and buddie getting together through "platonically" raising children together is always a fun trope!
18. a shoulder to snot on by buckisthejuice and lenastardust (8.9k, General)
Warnings: none
Four times Theo uses Eddie's shirt as his designated snot spot and the one time he doesn't.
Reccer says: This fic is adorable! It's the Buckley-Diaz family! Eddie has such a sweet relationship with Theo and, don't worry, the snot is not too graphic. I can't wait to reread this one!
19. a dad-mergency by kryptonian (@weteddie) (6.7k, General)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Theo's birthday plans take a turn for the worse. Eddie's right there to get them back on track.
Reccer says: This is a v cute and well written story that really highlights the co-parenting of it all
20. the leaves will still die by saintsnames (6.8k, General)
Warnings: Addiction Arc aftermath
A look into how Chris is feeling post 9.15, and how he tries to help
Reccer says: cathartic and beautifully written look into what buck and chris mean to each other
Submissions are now open for Hidden Gems week! Send in your favorite underrated fics with fewer than 300 kudos and help share the stories and authors you think deserve far more love.
Submit your fic recs here! The form will be open until midnight EST on August 12th
Time to focus on the kids! Whether it's Christopher, Theo, or an original child character, send in your fic recs about Buck and Eddie and the children they raise.
Submit your fic recs here! The form will be open until midnight EST on July 29th
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There is something special about following a story as it unfolds in real time. This week's recs celebrate works in progress, cliffhangers, ongoing slow burns, and the authors keeping us all waiting for the next chapter.
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32 fic recs under the cut:
1. 9-1-1 What's Your Emergency? by Duckkey (69k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Amputee! Buck works as a 9-1-1 dispatcher but still finds family with the 118
Reccer says: This fic was so funny and I loved the buck and Bobby relationship in it
2. love, at the worst by greyspilot (@eddiesstabwound) (19.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: None
When Eddie came back to L.A. from Texas, Buck knew he would have to move out of Eddie's house, eventually. That had always been the plan; it was always going to be temporary, but Eddie didn't ask, so Buck didn't offer.
One night, after a particularly long shift when they were both half-dead on their feet, they collapsed onto the bed together. All they did that night was sleep, but it continued every night after.
Reccer says: Wishbone fic!! Take all the feels of wishbone and make them buddie and it hurts so good
3. To think of cinnamon by Illgetmerope (40k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Eddie never went to the 118 because the other station made him an offer he just couldn't turn down. Buck didn't recover well enough to make it back to being a firefighter. They still find each other, it's just over lattes instead of a grenade.
Reccer says: This is insanely cute and they are both so so dumb and I'm patiently waiting for them to realize they're basically dating already
4. like a feather of flames on me by Val_in_a_trenchcoat (63k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie's a college professor. Buck goes to said college after the engine crushed his leg and he had to quit his dream job at the 118.
Buck starts working for a phone sex hotline. Eddie calls said hotline. Romance, misunderstandings, and humor ensues.
Reccer says: Buck going on cute (silent) study dates with a hot professor while also having phone sex with a stranger and not knowing it's the same person. Also love chronic pain and adhd buck
5. Family Recipe by perlaret (@perlaret) (27k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
From the author: Pepa starts matchmaking Buck, directly in front of Eddie's salad (no, literally). When Eddie told her he wanted Buck to feel like part of the family, this isn't really what he meant.
Reccer says: A great look at Eddie as he processes coming home from Texas and his feelings for Buck, all through the lens of shared meals. Food is a Metaphor for Love!
i LOVE tia pepa. my queen! i love it EVEN MORE when she has had enough of their combined estupideces, lol, and gets involved. also the conversations between buck and eddie feel so grounded. also i have a huge soft spot for roomie era buddie and this captures all the warmth of south bedford street.
6. truth will out by meriwethersays (@meriwetherwrites) (3.9k, Mature)
Warnings: references to hate crimes, references to minor character suicide attempt
Buck processing his way through the aftermath of being kidnapped and gradually finding his way toward Eddie
Reccer says: I liked it!
7. stay here where it's warm by mostardent (@laracrofted) (34.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
i'm stealing from the fic summary lol but it's the perfect description > Buck, Eddie, and the Elephant in the Room go to Montana.
Reccer says: i have a huge love of fics that take place during that moment where buck has moved out after the diazes move back from el paso and this fic really captures that potential awkwardness between buck and eddie post el paso reaallly well. if you love emotional saw traps than subscribe to this one!!!
8. canine teeth in the side of my neck by oceanofchaos (@islandoforder) (39k, General)
Warnings: none
i've cheated a little - this is a series not a fic but the author has confirmed there will be more installments. the first fic follows buck after he leaves Hershey and becomes a werewolf during his travels. if you're a fan of dog!buck then please check this out!!
Reccer says: i love the author's characterization of buck. what we know about him from canon is just beautifully amplified by his lonely first few years as a werewolf. the metaphors and descriptions of his full moons are lovely and made me ache for buck. it's so good and i've been patiently and excitedly waiting for the next fic in this series.
9. I want to build a house with you, tell me it's a whole life too by Lacerta26 (@gloomydiaz) (5k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
stealing again from the author's notes > Buck and Theo have to move in with Eddie and Chris after a small fire at Buck’s place. The proximity of cohabitation and domesticity means a shift in Buck and Eddie’s relationship - but are they on the same page about what that means?
Reccer says: i have fallen in love with Theo and this fic is serving Theo related shenanigans so well. with added buddie room-mates 2.0 lol. didn't think i could love buddie domesticity even more until Theo was introduced and i'm so excited for the emotional upheaval that's coming buck's way in this. there's also something so fun about a buck that is already aware of his eddie feelings but it so adamant about ignoring them. like if he stays still the feelings won't notice him. also everything by this author is fantastic so it's gonna be a SO GOOD i just know it.
10. my love as deep; for both are infinite by tiredwrites (108.3k, Mature)
Warnings: Blood and Violence, Death, Trauma, Implied/Referenced Torture
A mafia fic where Eddie ends up rescuing a long-kidnapped Buck and takes an obsessive liking to him.
Reccer says: The world building is outstanding and if you're looking for a fic with visceral, gratuitous emotions and physical action, it's right here!
11. Dead Ducks Don't Fly by excalipurr, pinkpeachtea (48k, Explicit)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence
After two brutal murders in the quiet town of Misty Pines, sworn enemies Detective Buckley and Detective Díaz are sent to help. The only thing, though? They have to pretend to be married.
Reccer says: If you love murder mysteries and slow burns and fake marriage and buddie being oblivious idiots, this fic is for you! I'm really loving it so far!
This fic has become my recent obsession. They update weekly in time with the fic so we (the readers) get a chance to follow along & solve the mystery. I was absolutely in love with pinkpeachtea’s F1 AU & was so excited when they started this fic. I wait for it update & makes my Monday so much brighter!
12. this is a song about drowning by unreckless (@stickpuck) (65k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Two weeks of building up to a fight in the kitchen after Bobby’s funeral.
Reccer says: One of the tags is "emotional edging" and it really, really is. The characterization and voices are also spot on
13. revenant by hyruling (@dungeonsex2026) (4.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
In March 2026, Eddie loses Buck to what authorities label a tragic car accident. One year later he returns to Los Nietos, haunted by Buck's ghost and desperate for closure, and the universe offers a second chance for them both. (mother’s boy AU)
Reccer says: it’s only one chapter in and im already so hooked. they really looked at 9x13 and went “what if i made it WORSE” and i love that
The descriptions in this fic are so utterly gorgeous. They drew me in when it was still an unposted WIP, and so I was there with bells on for chapter one. The writing is lovely, and it's an intriguing plot with tons of little details that I am so sat to explore.
SOOOO GOOD. this is so well written and i am on the edge of my seat to find out what happens next. already great exploration of grief and trauma with only 2 chapters, and i know we got a long journey ahead of us. please tune in!!
14. changing seasons by Rehearsal_Dweller (@agentsnickers) (9.7k, General)
Warnings: none
AU series (1/10 fics posted so far) with a different first meeting for buddie in every season!
Reccer says: really cool concept from one of my favorite fic authors and just very fun cause buddie will always be insane about each other <3
15. slouching towards bethlehem to be born by jeeyuns (@asystolle) (36.8k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
While in recovery after being shot, Eddie starts having visions and dreams about a person he doesn't know, and items he doesn't remember show up in his house. Who is this Buck, and why is Eddie seeing Buck's memories in his dreams?
Reccer says: The magical realism is enchanting, and you're buzzing with questions of what happened to Buck and why nobody can seem to remember him! It's a treat to be inside Eddie's head in this fic!
16. bring you (both) home by grnchickenpoxb (@grnchickenpox) (21.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Blood and Violence
Christopher gets kidnapped........by Buck.
Reccer says: I liked it!
17. What Magic Is For by EiraLloyd (25k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
An incomplete series, rather than a fic, this is a The Magicians AU in which Buck is a hedge witch, and Eddie gets cursed.
Reccer says: It's a clever weaving together of the world of 911 with the magic system of The Magicians, and it's genius to make infamous sceptic Eddie Diaz cursed as the central conflict of the plot
18. The more it hurts the less it shows by ufohnoparty (@soupfic) (11.7k, Explicit)
Warnings: grief/mourning, religion, homophobia (internalized, language)
An AU of Eddie’s time in Texas.
Reccer says: a really beautiful exploration of eddie and his relationship to religion, his parents, Chris, Buck and Texas. it’s funny, heartfelt, sad but still warm.
19. The long-suffering existence of Christopher Diaz by paleredheadinascifi (19.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Another incomplete series! A somewhat Chris centric story about Buck and Eddie getting together, and the renegotiation of relationships that this leads to, as well as the domestic dramas.
Reccer says: This series is sweet and charming throughout, but has moments of deep pathos re: the difficulty of change, and especially how Chris might handle it.
20. Best Case Scenario by lesbianrobin (@danielwaldorf) (4.4k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie start a podcast - a multimedia epistolary fic
Reccer says: This is such a clever and interesting way to play with form and storytelling!
21. i touch myself, i dream by excalipurr (39.2k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie accidentally takes Buck's LAFD t-shirt to El Paso.
Reccer says: There's something about Eddie slowly figuring out where he stands through his own possessiveness and jealousy while he's in El Paso and Buck's in LA that will truly always hit
22. invisible string (tying me to you) by CairaMarie (@cairamarie) (26.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie meet in 2015 at Sophia's wedding, hook up, and then lose each other for three years only to find their way back to each other.
Reccer says: love love love a different meeting fic! plus it's so fun to see more of the Diaz family
23. light, growing by kylaurien (@kylaurien) (4k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie would be better at this, but Buck can be good. He reminds himself over and over that for whatever reason, Christopher is trusting him so much that he's lying about where he is.
Christopher takes a shaky breath, eyes closed and fingernails worrying the couch cushion.
"I think I'm a girl."
Reccer says: trans chris!!!! buddie loving her!!!!
24. The Devil In The Details by EiraLloyd (7.4k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Actors Evan Buckley and Eddie Diaz meet on the set of Hen Wilson's new slasher movie The Devil In The Details and grow close over the course of filming.
Reccer says: Super fun and cute AU with lots of juicy potential!👀😍 Some social media & chatfic elements also very nicely mixed in there!
25. for all the haunts and homes of men by euadnes (@kananjarus) (189.6k, Mature)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence; Implied/Referenced Character Death
Station Eleven AU. Buck ends up taking care of Christopher, a child he doesn't know and was only going to help back to his school, when it seems like the end of the world arrives as millions of people succumb to a virus. We follow them both through the initial panic and confusion, and seven years later when they've found a place safe enough to stay.
Reccer says: I love Station Eleven, and I absolutely adore this fic! The horrors and sorrow of surviving a catastrophe and then having to fight for your life to keep surviving it is written in such a beautiful way! As the narrative threads keep pulling you start vibrating with excitement as you start seeing the puzzle pieces slowly fit together!
26. Retrograde by CypressSunn (@cypresssunns) (89.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Medical trauma
A man is recovering in a long-term ICU unit with no memory of who he is, until he happens to run into Abby Clark, newly returned to LA, who recognizes Buck. But to the rest of the 118 he's been missing presumed dead for a year.
Reccer says: It's fascinating to follow a Buck who doesn't know the 118 and in fact is suspicious towards them, because during his amnesia year he's learned not to trust people who seem like they want to help him. The 118, and especially Eddie's, relief at Buck being alive and wanting him to get his memories back contrasts against Buck's reluctance, and what actually happened to Buck is still a mystery!
27. The life that got away by tenisperfection (@tenisperfection) (13.4k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Buck wakes up in an unfamiliar house, with an unfamiliar man watching him. Last night, a comet was passing close to Earth, and the unforeseen cosmic events some scientists speculated on seem to have come true, because Buck is sure he doesn't know Eddie, but Eddie and his son know another version of him.
Reccer says: I love the sci-fi vibes of waking up in a parallel universe, and Buck getting to see how different his life could be with Eddie in it.
28. Glass by ProsperDemeter (@prosperdemeter2) (86.5k, General)
Warnings: none
Daniel Buckley lived & completely changed the direction of Evan Buckley’s life, which leads to an event that prevents him from becoming a firefighter. However, that doesn’t stop him from becoming involved in a certain firehouse’s family & falling for their newest firefighter.
Reccer says: I love this fic with every fiber of my being! I reread it every few months while waiting for updates. This fic is constantly on my mind. It’s one of the only AU fics that I find still really keeps the characters written as they are in the series. I think I’ve left at least 5 comments on the fic now & would leave more kudos if possible! I cannot recommend this fic enough!
29. Right Where You Left Me by hyacinthusbloom (162.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Rape/Non-Con
A fic where Buck never reported Dr. Wells, and the butterfly effects from that.
Reccer says: a true masterpiece! the full and sweeping ways in which not talking about Wells changes everything is so clever and well written
30. To Make With These Hands by ChasetheWindTouchtheSky (17.3k, General)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
5 Times Buck Cooks for Someone + 1 Time Someone Cooks for Him, or: The Food Fic (affectionate).
Reccer says: I will always love cooking as a love language, and this fic really digs into that
31. You're Not a Good Shot But I'm Worse by wanttobeatree (@frightfullytreeish) (4.2k, Teen)
Warnings: none
After Tommy and Buck break up, Eddie offers to be a wingman for Buck at gay bars, while Buck's exploring the bi guy side of himself.
Absolutely nothing can go wrong and in no way will there be emotional complications to this plan.
Reccer says: this fic really got their dynamics so well, both buddie and the 118 as a whole, so excitedly and patiently waiting to see where it goes
32. 9-1-1 Boyfriend Verse by Astroash94 (2.9k, Not Rated)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
a series, not a fic, about buddie through the eyes of reddit - specifically through the lens of Eddie's girlfriend, concerned that her boyfriend has a boyfriend
Reccer says: love a reddit fic, and this series is so funny
There is something special about following a story as it unfolds in real time. This week's recs celebrate works in progress, cliffhangers, ongoing slow burns, and the authors keeping us all waiting for the next chapter.
(click here for previous lists!)
32 fic recs under the cut:
1. 9-1-1 What's Your Emergency? by Duckkey (69k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Amputee! Buck works as a 9-1-1 dispatcher but still finds family with the 118
Reccer says: This fic was so funny and I loved the buck and Bobby relationship in it
2. love, at the worst by greyspilot (@eddiesstabwound) (19.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: None
When Eddie came back to L.A. from Texas, Buck knew he would have to move out of Eddie's house, eventually. That had always been the plan; it was always going to be temporary, but Eddie didn't ask, so Buck didn't offer.
One night, after a particularly long shift when they were both half-dead on their feet, they collapsed onto the bed together. All they did that night was sleep, but it continued every night after.
Reccer says: Wishbone fic!! Take all the feels of wishbone and make them buddie and it hurts so good
3. To think of cinnamon by Illgetmerope (40k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Eddie never went to the 118 because the other station made him an offer he just couldn't turn down. Buck didn't recover well enough to make it back to being a firefighter. They still find each other, it's just over lattes instead of a grenade.
Reccer says: This is insanely cute and they are both so so dumb and I'm patiently waiting for them to realize they're basically dating already
4. like a feather of flames on me by Val_in_a_trenchcoat (63k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie's a college professor. Buck goes to said college after the engine crushed his leg and he had to quit his dream job at the 118.
Buck starts working for a phone sex hotline. Eddie calls said hotline. Romance, misunderstandings, and humor ensues.
Reccer says: Buck going on cute (silent) study dates with a hot professor while also having phone sex with a stranger and not knowing it's the same person. Also love chronic pain and adhd buck
5. Family Recipe by perlaret (@perlaret) (27k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
From the author: Pepa starts matchmaking Buck, directly in front of Eddie's salad (no, literally). When Eddie told her he wanted Buck to feel like part of the family, this isn't really what he meant.
Reccer says: A great look at Eddie as he processes coming home from Texas and his feelings for Buck, all through the lens of shared meals. Food is a Metaphor for Love!
i LOVE tia pepa. my queen! i love it EVEN MORE when she has had enough of their combined estupideces, lol, and gets involved. also the conversations between buck and eddie feel so grounded. also i have a huge soft spot for roomie era buddie and this captures all the warmth of south bedford street.
6. truth will out by meriwethersays (@meriwetherwrites) (3.9k, Mature)
Warnings: references to hate crimes, references to minor character suicide attempt
Buck processing his way through the aftermath of being kidnapped and gradually finding his way toward Eddie
Reccer says: I liked it!
7. stay here where it's warm by mostardent (@laracrofted) (34.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
i'm stealing from the fic summary lol but it's the perfect description > Buck, Eddie, and the Elephant in the Room go to Montana.
Reccer says: i have a huge love of fics that take place during that moment where buck has moved out after the diazes move back from el paso and this fic really captures that potential awkwardness between buck and eddie post el paso reaallly well. if you love emotional saw traps than subscribe to this one!!!
8. canine teeth in the side of my neck by oceanofchaos (@islandoforder) (39k, General)
Warnings: none
i've cheated a little - this is a series not a fic but the author has confirmed there will be more installments. the first fic follows buck after he leaves Hershey and becomes a werewolf during his travels. if you're a fan of dog!buck then please check this out!!
Reccer says: i love the author's characterization of buck. what we know about him from canon is just beautifully amplified by his lonely first few years as a werewolf. the metaphors and descriptions of his full moons are lovely and made me ache for buck. it's so good and i've been patiently and excitedly waiting for the next fic in this series.
9. I want to build a house with you, tell me it's a whole life too by Lacerta26 (@gloomydiaz) (5k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
stealing again from the author's notes > Buck and Theo have to move in with Eddie and Chris after a small fire at Buck’s place. The proximity of cohabitation and domesticity means a shift in Buck and Eddie’s relationship - but are they on the same page about what that means?
Reccer says: i have fallen in love with Theo and this fic is serving Theo related shenanigans so well. with added buddie room-mates 2.0 lol. didn't think i could love buddie domesticity even more until Theo was introduced and i'm so excited for the emotional upheaval that's coming buck's way in this. there's also something so fun about a buck that is already aware of his eddie feelings but it so adamant about ignoring them. like if he stays still the feelings won't notice him. also everything by this author is fantastic so it's gonna be a SO GOOD i just know it.
10. my love as deep; for both are infinite by tiredwrites (108.3k, Mature)
Warnings: Blood and Violence, Death, Trauma, Implied/Referenced Torture
A mafia fic where Eddie ends up rescuing a long-kidnapped Buck and takes an obsessive liking to him.
Reccer says: The world building is outstanding and if you're looking for a fic with visceral, gratuitous emotions and physical action, it's right here!
11. Dead Ducks Don't Fly by excalipurr, pinkpeachtea (48k, Explicit)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence
After two brutal murders in the quiet town of Misty Pines, sworn enemies Detective Buckley and Detective Díaz are sent to help. The only thing, though? They have to pretend to be married.
Reccer says: If you love murder mysteries and slow burns and fake marriage and buddie being oblivious idiots, this fic is for you! I'm really loving it so far!
This fic has become my recent obsession. They update weekly in time with the fic so we (the readers) get a chance to follow along & solve the mystery. I was absolutely in love with pinkpeachtea’s F1 AU & was so excited when they started this fic. I wait for it update & makes my Monday so much brighter!
12. this is a song about drowning by unreckless (@stickpuck) (65k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Two weeks of building up to a fight in the kitchen after Bobby’s funeral.
Reccer says: One of the tags is "emotional edging" and it really, really is. The characterization and voices are also spot on
13. revenant by hyruling (@dungeonsex2026) (4.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
In March 2026, Eddie loses Buck to what authorities label a tragic car accident. One year later he returns to Los Nietos, haunted by Buck's ghost and desperate for closure, and the universe offers a second chance for them both. (mother’s boy AU)
Reccer says: it’s only one chapter in and im already so hooked. they really looked at 9x13 and went “what if i made it WORSE” and i love that
The descriptions in this fic are so utterly gorgeous. They drew me in when it was still an unposted WIP, and so I was there with bells on for chapter one. The writing is lovely, and it's an intriguing plot with tons of little details that I am so sat to explore.
SOOOO GOOD. this is so well written and i am on the edge of my seat to find out what happens next. already great exploration of grief and trauma with only 2 chapters, and i know we got a long journey ahead of us. please tune in!!
14. changing seasons by Rehearsal_Dweller (@agentsnickers) (9.7k, General)
Warnings: none
AU series (1/10 fics posted so far) with a different first meeting for buddie in every season!
Reccer says: really cool concept from one of my favorite fic authors and just very fun cause buddie will always be insane about each other <3
15. slouching towards bethlehem to be born by jeeyuns (@asystolle) (36.8k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
While in recovery after being shot, Eddie starts having visions and dreams about a person he doesn't know, and items he doesn't remember show up in his house. Who is this Buck, and why is Eddie seeing Buck's memories in his dreams?
Reccer says: The magical realism is enchanting, and you're buzzing with questions of what happened to Buck and why nobody can seem to remember him! It's a treat to be inside Eddie's head in this fic!
16. bring you (both) home by grnchickenpoxb (@grnchickenpox) (21.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Blood and Violence
Christopher gets kidnapped........by Buck.
Reccer says: I liked it!
17. What Magic Is For by EiraLloyd (25k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
An incomplete series, rather than a fic, this is a The Magicians AU in which Buck is a hedge witch, and Eddie gets cursed.
Reccer says: It's a clever weaving together of the world of 911 with the magic system of The Magicians, and it's genius to make infamous sceptic Eddie Diaz cursed as the central conflict of the plot
18. The more it hurts the less it shows by ufohnoparty (@soupfic) (11.7k, Explicit)
Warnings: grief/mourning, religion, homophobia (internalized, language)
An AU of Eddie’s time in Texas.
Reccer says: a really beautiful exploration of eddie and his relationship to religion, his parents, Chris, Buck and Texas. it’s funny, heartfelt, sad but still warm.
19. The long-suffering existence of Christopher Diaz by paleredheadinascifi (19.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Another incomplete series! A somewhat Chris centric story about Buck and Eddie getting together, and the renegotiation of relationships that this leads to, as well as the domestic dramas.
Reccer says: This series is sweet and charming throughout, but has moments of deep pathos re: the difficulty of change, and especially how Chris might handle it.
20. Best Case Scenario by lesbianrobin (@danielwaldorf) (4.4k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie start a podcast - a multimedia epistolary fic
Reccer says: This is such a clever and interesting way to play with form and storytelling!
21. i touch myself, i dream by excalipurr (39.2k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie accidentally takes Buck's LAFD t-shirt to El Paso.
Reccer says: There's something about Eddie slowly figuring out where he stands through his own possessiveness and jealousy while he's in El Paso and Buck's in LA that will truly always hit
22. invisible string (tying me to you) by CairaMarie (@cairamarie) (26.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie meet in 2015 at Sophia's wedding, hook up, and then lose each other for three years only to find their way back to each other.
Reccer says: love love love a different meeting fic! plus it's so fun to see more of the Diaz family
23. light, growing by kylaurien (@kylaurien) (4k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie would be better at this, but Buck can be good. He reminds himself over and over that for whatever reason, Christopher is trusting him so much that he's lying about where he is.
Christopher takes a shaky breath, eyes closed and fingernails worrying the couch cushion.
"I think I'm a girl."
Reccer says: trans chris!!!! buddie loving her!!!!
24. The Devil In The Details by EiraLloyd (7.4k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Actors Evan Buckley and Eddie Diaz meet on the set of Hen Wilson's new slasher movie The Devil In The Details and grow close over the course of filming.
Reccer says: Super fun and cute AU with lots of juicy potential!👀😍 Some social media & chatfic elements also very nicely mixed in there!
25. for all the haunts and homes of men by euadnes (@kananjarus) (189.6k, Mature)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence; Implied/Referenced Character Death
Station Eleven AU. Buck ends up taking care of Christopher, a child he doesn't know and was only going to help back to his school, when it seems like the end of the world arrives as millions of people succumb to a virus. We follow them both through the initial panic and confusion, and seven years later when they've found a place safe enough to stay.
Reccer says: I love Station Eleven, and I absolutely adore this fic! The horrors and sorrow of surviving a catastrophe and then having to fight for your life to keep surviving it is written in such a beautiful way! As the narrative threads keep pulling you start vibrating with excitement as you start seeing the puzzle pieces slowly fit together!
26. Retrograde by CypressSunn (@cypresssunns) (89.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Medical trauma
A man is recovering in a long-term ICU unit with no memory of who he is, until he happens to run into Abby Clark, newly returned to LA, who recognizes Buck. But to the rest of the 118 he's been missing presumed dead for a year.
Reccer says: It's fascinating to follow a Buck who doesn't know the 118 and in fact is suspicious towards them, because during his amnesia year he's learned not to trust people who seem like they want to help him. The 118, and especially Eddie's, relief at Buck being alive and wanting him to get his memories back contrasts against Buck's reluctance, and what actually happened to Buck is still a mystery!
27. The life that got away by tenisperfection (@tenisperfection) (13.4k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Buck wakes up in an unfamiliar house, with an unfamiliar man watching him. Last night, a comet was passing close to Earth, and the unforeseen cosmic events some scientists speculated on seem to have come true, because Buck is sure he doesn't know Eddie, but Eddie and his son know another version of him.
Reccer says: I love the sci-fi vibes of waking up in a parallel universe, and Buck getting to see how different his life could be with Eddie in it.
28. Glass by ProsperDemeter (@prosperdemeter2) (86.5k, General)
Warnings: none
Daniel Buckley lived & completely changed the direction of Evan Buckley’s life, which leads to an event that prevents him from becoming a firefighter. However, that doesn’t stop him from becoming involved in a certain firehouse’s family & falling for their newest firefighter.
Reccer says: I love this fic with every fiber of my being! I reread it every few months while waiting for updates. This fic is constantly on my mind. It’s one of the only AU fics that I find still really keeps the characters written as they are in the series. I think I’ve left at least 5 comments on the fic now & would leave more kudos if possible! I cannot recommend this fic enough!
29. Right Where You Left Me by hyacinthusbloom (162.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Rape/Non-Con
A fic where Buck never reported Dr. Wells, and the butterfly effects from that.
Reccer says: a true masterpiece! the full and sweeping ways in which not talking about Wells changes everything is so clever and well written
30. To Make With These Hands by ChasetheWindTouchtheSky (17.3k, General)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
5 Times Buck Cooks for Someone + 1 Time Someone Cooks for Him, or: The Food Fic (affectionate).
Reccer says: I will always love cooking as a love language, and this fic really digs into that
31. You're Not a Good Shot But I'm Worse by wanttobeatree (@frightfullytreeish) (4.2k, Teen)
Warnings: none
After Tommy and Buck break up, Eddie offers to be a wingman for Buck at gay bars, while Buck's exploring the bi guy side of himself.
Absolutely nothing can go wrong and in no way will there be emotional complications to this plan.
Reccer says: this fic really got their dynamics so well, both buddie and the 118 as a whole, so excitedly and patiently waiting to see where it goes
32. 9-1-1 Boyfriend Verse by Astroash94 (2.9k, Not Rated)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
a series, not a fic, about buddie through the eyes of reddit - specifically through the lens of Eddie's girlfriend, concerned that her boyfriend has a boyfriend
Reccer says: love a reddit fic, and this series is so funny
There is something special about following a story as it unfolds in real time. This week's recs celebrate works in progress, cliffhangers, ongoing slow burns, and the authors keeping us all waiting for the next chapter.
(click here for previous lists!)
32 fic recs under the cut:
1. 9-1-1 What's Your Emergency? by Duckkey (69k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Amputee! Buck works as a 9-1-1 dispatcher but still finds family with the 118
Reccer says: This fic was so funny and I loved the buck and Bobby relationship in it
2. love, at the worst by greyspilot (@eddiesstabwound) (19.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: None
When Eddie came back to L.A. from Texas, Buck knew he would have to move out of Eddie's house, eventually. That had always been the plan; it was always going to be temporary, but Eddie didn't ask, so Buck didn't offer.
One night, after a particularly long shift when they were both half-dead on their feet, they collapsed onto the bed together. All they did that night was sleep, but it continued every night after.
Reccer says: Wishbone fic!! Take all the feels of wishbone and make them buddie and it hurts so good
3. To think of cinnamon by Illgetmerope (40k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Eddie never went to the 118 because the other station made him an offer he just couldn't turn down. Buck didn't recover well enough to make it back to being a firefighter. They still find each other, it's just over lattes instead of a grenade.
Reccer says: This is insanely cute and they are both so so dumb and I'm patiently waiting for them to realize they're basically dating already
4. like a feather of flames on me by Val_in_a_trenchcoat (63k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie's a college professor. Buck goes to said college after the engine crushed his leg and he had to quit his dream job at the 118.
Buck starts working for a phone sex hotline. Eddie calls said hotline. Romance, misunderstandings, and humor ensues.
Reccer says: Buck going on cute (silent) study dates with a hot professor while also having phone sex with a stranger and not knowing it's the same person. Also love chronic pain and adhd buck
5. Family Recipe by perlaret (@perlaret) (27k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
From the author: Pepa starts matchmaking Buck, directly in front of Eddie's salad (no, literally). When Eddie told her he wanted Buck to feel like part of the family, this isn't really what he meant.
Reccer says: A great look at Eddie as he processes coming home from Texas and his feelings for Buck, all through the lens of shared meals. Food is a Metaphor for Love!
i LOVE tia pepa. my queen! i love it EVEN MORE when she has had enough of their combined estupideces, lol, and gets involved. also the conversations between buck and eddie feel so grounded. also i have a huge soft spot for roomie era buddie and this captures all the warmth of south bedford street.
6. truth will out by meriwethersays (@meriwetherwrites) (3.9k, Mature)
Warnings: references to hate crimes, references to minor character suicide attempt
Buck processing his way through the aftermath of being kidnapped and gradually finding his way toward Eddie
Reccer says: I liked it!
7. stay here where it's warm by mostardent (@laracrofted) (34.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
i'm stealing from the fic summary lol but it's the perfect description > Buck, Eddie, and the Elephant in the Room go to Montana.
Reccer says: i have a huge love of fics that take place during that moment where buck has moved out after the diazes move back from el paso and this fic really captures that potential awkwardness between buck and eddie post el paso reaallly well. if you love emotional saw traps than subscribe to this one!!!
8. canine teeth in the side of my neck by oceanofchaos (@islandoforder) (39k, General)
Warnings: none
i've cheated a little - this is a series not a fic but the author has confirmed there will be more installments. the first fic follows buck after he leaves Hershey and becomes a werewolf during his travels. if you're a fan of dog!buck then please check this out!!
Reccer says: i love the author's characterization of buck. what we know about him from canon is just beautifully amplified by his lonely first few years as a werewolf. the metaphors and descriptions of his full moons are lovely and made me ache for buck. it's so good and i've been patiently and excitedly waiting for the next fic in this series.
9. I want to build a house with you, tell me it's a whole life too by Lacerta26 (@gloomydiaz) (5k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
stealing again from the author's notes > Buck and Theo have to move in with Eddie and Chris after a small fire at Buck’s place. The proximity of cohabitation and domesticity means a shift in Buck and Eddie’s relationship - but are they on the same page about what that means?
Reccer says: i have fallen in love with Theo and this fic is serving Theo related shenanigans so well. with added buddie room-mates 2.0 lol. didn't think i could love buddie domesticity even more until Theo was introduced and i'm so excited for the emotional upheaval that's coming buck's way in this. there's also something so fun about a buck that is already aware of his eddie feelings but it so adamant about ignoring them. like if he stays still the feelings won't notice him. also everything by this author is fantastic so it's gonna be a SO GOOD i just know it.
10. my love as deep; for both are infinite by tiredwrites (108.3k, Mature)
Warnings: Blood and Violence, Death, Trauma, Implied/Referenced Torture
A mafia fic where Eddie ends up rescuing a long-kidnapped Buck and takes an obsessive liking to him.
Reccer says: The world building is outstanding and if you're looking for a fic with visceral, gratuitous emotions and physical action, it's right here!
11. Dead Ducks Don't Fly by excalipurr, pinkpeachtea (48k, Explicit)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence
After two brutal murders in the quiet town of Misty Pines, sworn enemies Detective Buckley and Detective Díaz are sent to help. The only thing, though? They have to pretend to be married.
Reccer says: If you love murder mysteries and slow burns and fake marriage and buddie being oblivious idiots, this fic is for you! I'm really loving it so far!
This fic has become my recent obsession. They update weekly in time with the fic so we (the readers) get a chance to follow along & solve the mystery. I was absolutely in love with pinkpeachtea’s F1 AU & was so excited when they started this fic. I wait for it update & makes my Monday so much brighter!
12. this is a song about drowning by unreckless (@stickpuck) (65k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Two weeks of building up to a fight in the kitchen after Bobby’s funeral.
Reccer says: One of the tags is "emotional edging" and it really, really is. The characterization and voices are also spot on
13. revenant by hyruling (@dungeonsex2026) (4.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
In March 2026, Eddie loses Buck to what authorities label a tragic car accident. One year later he returns to Los Nietos, haunted by Buck's ghost and desperate for closure, and the universe offers a second chance for them both. (mother’s boy AU)
Reccer says: it’s only one chapter in and im already so hooked. they really looked at 9x13 and went “what if i made it WORSE” and i love that
The descriptions in this fic are so utterly gorgeous. They drew me in when it was still an unposted WIP, and so I was there with bells on for chapter one. The writing is lovely, and it's an intriguing plot with tons of little details that I am so sat to explore.
SOOOO GOOD. this is so well written and i am on the edge of my seat to find out what happens next. already great exploration of grief and trauma with only 2 chapters, and i know we got a long journey ahead of us. please tune in!!
14. changing seasons by Rehearsal_Dweller (@agentsnickers) (9.7k, General)
Warnings: none
AU series (1/10 fics posted so far) with a different first meeting for buddie in every season!
Reccer says: really cool concept from one of my favorite fic authors and just very fun cause buddie will always be insane about each other <3
15. slouching towards bethlehem to be born by jeeyuns (@asystolle) (36.8k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
While in recovery after being shot, Eddie starts having visions and dreams about a person he doesn't know, and items he doesn't remember show up in his house. Who is this Buck, and why is Eddie seeing Buck's memories in his dreams?
Reccer says: The magical realism is enchanting, and you're buzzing with questions of what happened to Buck and why nobody can seem to remember him! It's a treat to be inside Eddie's head in this fic!
16. bring you (both) home by grnchickenpoxb (@grnchickenpox) (21.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Blood and Violence
Christopher gets kidnapped........by Buck.
Reccer says: I liked it!
17. What Magic Is For by EiraLloyd (25k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
An incomplete series, rather than a fic, this is a The Magicians AU in which Buck is a hedge witch, and Eddie gets cursed.
Reccer says: It's a clever weaving together of the world of 911 with the magic system of The Magicians, and it's genius to make infamous sceptic Eddie Diaz cursed as the central conflict of the plot
18. The more it hurts the less it shows by ufohnoparty (@soupfic) (11.7k, Explicit)
Warnings: grief/mourning, religion, homophobia (internalized, language)
An AU of Eddie’s time in Texas.
Reccer says: a really beautiful exploration of eddie and his relationship to religion, his parents, Chris, Buck and Texas. it’s funny, heartfelt, sad but still warm.
19. The long-suffering existence of Christopher Diaz by paleredheadinascifi (19.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Another incomplete series! A somewhat Chris centric story about Buck and Eddie getting together, and the renegotiation of relationships that this leads to, as well as the domestic dramas.
Reccer says: This series is sweet and charming throughout, but has moments of deep pathos re: the difficulty of change, and especially how Chris might handle it.
20. Best Case Scenario by lesbianrobin (@danielwaldorf) (4.4k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie start a podcast - a multimedia epistolary fic
Reccer says: This is such a clever and interesting way to play with form and storytelling!
21. i touch myself, i dream by excalipurr (39.2k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie accidentally takes Buck's LAFD t-shirt to El Paso.
Reccer says: There's something about Eddie slowly figuring out where he stands through his own possessiveness and jealousy while he's in El Paso and Buck's in LA that will truly always hit
22. invisible string (tying me to you) by CairaMarie (@cairamarie) (26.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie meet in 2015 at Sophia's wedding, hook up, and then lose each other for three years only to find their way back to each other.
Reccer says: love love love a different meeting fic! plus it's so fun to see more of the Diaz family
23. light, growing by kylaurien (@kylaurien) (4k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie would be better at this, but Buck can be good. He reminds himself over and over that for whatever reason, Christopher is trusting him so much that he's lying about where he is.
Christopher takes a shaky breath, eyes closed and fingernails worrying the couch cushion.
"I think I'm a girl."
Reccer says: trans chris!!!! buddie loving her!!!!
24. The Devil In The Details by EiraLloyd (7.4k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Actors Evan Buckley and Eddie Diaz meet on the set of Hen Wilson's new slasher movie The Devil In The Details and grow close over the course of filming.
Reccer says: Super fun and cute AU with lots of juicy potential!👀😍 Some social media & chatfic elements also very nicely mixed in there!
25. for all the haunts and homes of men by euadnes (@kananjarus) (189.6k, Mature)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence; Implied/Referenced Character Death
Station Eleven AU. Buck ends up taking care of Christopher, a child he doesn't know and was only going to help back to his school, when it seems like the end of the world arrives as millions of people succumb to a virus. We follow them both through the initial panic and confusion, and seven years later when they've found a place safe enough to stay.
Reccer says: I love Station Eleven, and I absolutely adore this fic! The horrors and sorrow of surviving a catastrophe and then having to fight for your life to keep surviving it is written in such a beautiful way! As the narrative threads keep pulling you start vibrating with excitement as you start seeing the puzzle pieces slowly fit together!
26. Retrograde by CypressSunn (@cypresssunns) (89.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Medical trauma
A man is recovering in a long-term ICU unit with no memory of who he is, until he happens to run into Abby Clark, newly returned to LA, who recognizes Buck. But to the rest of the 118 he's been missing presumed dead for a year.
Reccer says: It's fascinating to follow a Buck who doesn't know the 118 and in fact is suspicious towards them, because during his amnesia year he's learned not to trust people who seem like they want to help him. The 118, and especially Eddie's, relief at Buck being alive and wanting him to get his memories back contrasts against Buck's reluctance, and what actually happened to Buck is still a mystery!
27. The life that got away by tenisperfection (@tenisperfection) (13.4k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Buck wakes up in an unfamiliar house, with an unfamiliar man watching him. Last night, a comet was passing close to Earth, and the unforeseen cosmic events some scientists speculated on seem to have come true, because Buck is sure he doesn't know Eddie, but Eddie and his son know another version of him.
Reccer says: I love the sci-fi vibes of waking up in a parallel universe, and Buck getting to see how different his life could be with Eddie in it.
28. Glass by ProsperDemeter (@prosperdemeter2) (86.5k, General)
Warnings: none
Daniel Buckley lived & completely changed the direction of Evan Buckley’s life, which leads to an event that prevents him from becoming a firefighter. However, that doesn’t stop him from becoming involved in a certain firehouse’s family & falling for their newest firefighter.
Reccer says: I love this fic with every fiber of my being! I reread it every few months while waiting for updates. This fic is constantly on my mind. It’s one of the only AU fics that I find still really keeps the characters written as they are in the series. I think I’ve left at least 5 comments on the fic now & would leave more kudos if possible! I cannot recommend this fic enough!
29. Right Where You Left Me by hyacinthusbloom (162.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Rape/Non-Con
A fic where Buck never reported Dr. Wells, and the butterfly effects from that.
Reccer says: a true masterpiece! the full and sweeping ways in which not talking about Wells changes everything is so clever and well written
30. To Make With These Hands by ChasetheWindTouchtheSky (17.3k, General)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
5 Times Buck Cooks for Someone + 1 Time Someone Cooks for Him, or: The Food Fic (affectionate).
Reccer says: I will always love cooking as a love language, and this fic really digs into that
31. You're Not a Good Shot But I'm Worse by wanttobeatree (@frightfullytreeish) (4.2k, Teen)
Warnings: none
After Tommy and Buck break up, Eddie offers to be a wingman for Buck at gay bars, while Buck's exploring the bi guy side of himself.
Absolutely nothing can go wrong and in no way will there be emotional complications to this plan.
Reccer says: this fic really got their dynamics so well, both buddie and the 118 as a whole, so excitedly and patiently waiting to see where it goes
32. 9-1-1 Boyfriend Verse by Astroash94 (2.9k, Not Rated)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
a series, not a fic, about buddie through the eyes of reddit - specifically through the lens of Eddie's girlfriend, concerned that her boyfriend has a boyfriend
Reccer says: love a reddit fic, and this series is so funny
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There is something special about following a story as it unfolds in real time. This week's recs celebrate works in progress, cliffhangers, ongoing slow burns, and the authors keeping us all waiting for the next chapter.
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32 fic recs under the cut:
1. 9-1-1 What's Your Emergency? by Duckkey (69k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Amputee! Buck works as a 9-1-1 dispatcher but still finds family with the 118
Reccer says: This fic was so funny and I loved the buck and Bobby relationship in it
2. love, at the worst by greyspilot (@eddiesstabwound) (19.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: None
When Eddie came back to L.A. from Texas, Buck knew he would have to move out of Eddie's house, eventually. That had always been the plan; it was always going to be temporary, but Eddie didn't ask, so Buck didn't offer.
One night, after a particularly long shift when they were both half-dead on their feet, they collapsed onto the bed together. All they did that night was sleep, but it continued every night after.
Reccer says: Wishbone fic!! Take all the feels of wishbone and make them buddie and it hurts so good
3. To think of cinnamon by Illgetmerope (40k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Eddie never went to the 118 because the other station made him an offer he just couldn't turn down. Buck didn't recover well enough to make it back to being a firefighter. They still find each other, it's just over lattes instead of a grenade.
Reccer says: This is insanely cute and they are both so so dumb and I'm patiently waiting for them to realize they're basically dating already
4. like a feather of flames on me by Val_in_a_trenchcoat (63k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie's a college professor. Buck goes to said college after the engine crushed his leg and he had to quit his dream job at the 118.
Buck starts working for a phone sex hotline. Eddie calls said hotline. Romance, misunderstandings, and humor ensues.
Reccer says: Buck going on cute (silent) study dates with a hot professor while also having phone sex with a stranger and not knowing it's the same person. Also love chronic pain and adhd buck
5. Family Recipe by perlaret (@perlaret) (27k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
From the author: Pepa starts matchmaking Buck, directly in front of Eddie's salad (no, literally). When Eddie told her he wanted Buck to feel like part of the family, this isn't really what he meant.
Reccer says: A great look at Eddie as he processes coming home from Texas and his feelings for Buck, all through the lens of shared meals. Food is a Metaphor for Love!
i LOVE tia pepa. my queen! i love it EVEN MORE when she has had enough of their combined estupideces, lol, and gets involved. also the conversations between buck and eddie feel so grounded. also i have a huge soft spot for roomie era buddie and this captures all the warmth of south bedford street.
6. truth will out by meriwethersays (@meriwetherwrites) (3.9k, Mature)
Warnings: references to hate crimes, references to minor character suicide attempt
Buck processing his way through the aftermath of being kidnapped and gradually finding his way toward Eddie
Reccer says: I liked it!
7. stay here where it's warm by mostardent (@laracrofted) (34.8k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
i'm stealing from the fic summary lol but it's the perfect description > Buck, Eddie, and the Elephant in the Room go to Montana.
Reccer says: i have a huge love of fics that take place during that moment where buck has moved out after the diazes move back from el paso and this fic really captures that potential awkwardness between buck and eddie post el paso reaallly well. if you love emotional saw traps than subscribe to this one!!!
8. canine teeth in the side of my neck by oceanofchaos (@islandoforder) (39k, General)
Warnings: none
i've cheated a little - this is a series not a fic but the author has confirmed there will be more installments. the first fic follows buck after he leaves Hershey and becomes a werewolf during his travels. if you're a fan of dog!buck then please check this out!!
Reccer says: i love the author's characterization of buck. what we know about him from canon is just beautifully amplified by his lonely first few years as a werewolf. the metaphors and descriptions of his full moons are lovely and made me ache for buck. it's so good and i've been patiently and excitedly waiting for the next fic in this series.
9. I want to build a house with you, tell me it's a whole life too by Lacerta26 (@gloomydiaz) (5k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
stealing again from the author's notes > Buck and Theo have to move in with Eddie and Chris after a small fire at Buck’s place. The proximity of cohabitation and domesticity means a shift in Buck and Eddie’s relationship - but are they on the same page about what that means?
Reccer says: i have fallen in love with Theo and this fic is serving Theo related shenanigans so well. with added buddie room-mates 2.0 lol. didn't think i could love buddie domesticity even more until Theo was introduced and i'm so excited for the emotional upheaval that's coming buck's way in this. there's also something so fun about a buck that is already aware of his eddie feelings but it so adamant about ignoring them. like if he stays still the feelings won't notice him. also everything by this author is fantastic so it's gonna be a SO GOOD i just know it.
10. my love as deep; for both are infinite by tiredwrites (108.3k, Mature)
Warnings: Blood and Violence, Death, Trauma, Implied/Referenced Torture
A mafia fic where Eddie ends up rescuing a long-kidnapped Buck and takes an obsessive liking to him.
Reccer says: The world building is outstanding and if you're looking for a fic with visceral, gratuitous emotions and physical action, it's right here!
11. Dead Ducks Don't Fly by excalipurr, pinkpeachtea (48k, Explicit)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence
After two brutal murders in the quiet town of Misty Pines, sworn enemies Detective Buckley and Detective Díaz are sent to help. The only thing, though? They have to pretend to be married.
Reccer says: If you love murder mysteries and slow burns and fake marriage and buddie being oblivious idiots, this fic is for you! I'm really loving it so far!
This fic has become my recent obsession. They update weekly in time with the fic so we (the readers) get a chance to follow along & solve the mystery. I was absolutely in love with pinkpeachtea’s F1 AU & was so excited when they started this fic. I wait for it update & makes my Monday so much brighter!
12. this is a song about drowning by unreckless (@stickpuck) (65k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Two weeks of building up to a fight in the kitchen after Bobby’s funeral.
Reccer says: One of the tags is "emotional edging" and it really, really is. The characterization and voices are also spot on
13. revenant by hyruling (@dungeonsex2026) (4.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
In March 2026, Eddie loses Buck to what authorities label a tragic car accident. One year later he returns to Los Nietos, haunted by Buck's ghost and desperate for closure, and the universe offers a second chance for them both. (mother’s boy AU)
Reccer says: it’s only one chapter in and im already so hooked. they really looked at 9x13 and went “what if i made it WORSE” and i love that
The descriptions in this fic are so utterly gorgeous. They drew me in when it was still an unposted WIP, and so I was there with bells on for chapter one. The writing is lovely, and it's an intriguing plot with tons of little details that I am so sat to explore.
SOOOO GOOD. this is so well written and i am on the edge of my seat to find out what happens next. already great exploration of grief and trauma with only 2 chapters, and i know we got a long journey ahead of us. please tune in!!
14. changing seasons by Rehearsal_Dweller (@agentsnickers) (9.7k, General)
Warnings: none
AU series (1/10 fics posted so far) with a different first meeting for buddie in every season!
Reccer says: really cool concept from one of my favorite fic authors and just very fun cause buddie will always be insane about each other <3
15. slouching towards bethlehem to be born by jeeyuns (@asystolle) (36.8k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
While in recovery after being shot, Eddie starts having visions and dreams about a person he doesn't know, and items he doesn't remember show up in his house. Who is this Buck, and why is Eddie seeing Buck's memories in his dreams?
Reccer says: The magical realism is enchanting, and you're buzzing with questions of what happened to Buck and why nobody can seem to remember him! It's a treat to be inside Eddie's head in this fic!
16. bring you (both) home by grnchickenpoxb (@grnchickenpox) (21.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Blood and Violence
Christopher gets kidnapped........by Buck.
Reccer says: I liked it!
17. What Magic Is For by EiraLloyd (25k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; temporary character death
An incomplete series, rather than a fic, this is a The Magicians AU in which Buck is a hedge witch, and Eddie gets cursed.
Reccer says: It's a clever weaving together of the world of 911 with the magic system of The Magicians, and it's genius to make infamous sceptic Eddie Diaz cursed as the central conflict of the plot
18. The more it hurts the less it shows by ufohnoparty (@soupfic) (11.7k, Explicit)
Warnings: grief/mourning, religion, homophobia (internalized, language)
An AU of Eddie’s time in Texas.
Reccer says: a really beautiful exploration of eddie and his relationship to religion, his parents, Chris, Buck and Texas. it’s funny, heartfelt, sad but still warm.
19. The long-suffering existence of Christopher Diaz by paleredheadinascifi (19.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Another incomplete series! A somewhat Chris centric story about Buck and Eddie getting together, and the renegotiation of relationships that this leads to, as well as the domestic dramas.
Reccer says: This series is sweet and charming throughout, but has moments of deep pathos re: the difficulty of change, and especially how Chris might handle it.
20. Best Case Scenario by lesbianrobin (@danielwaldorf) (4.4k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie start a podcast - a multimedia epistolary fic
Reccer says: This is such a clever and interesting way to play with form and storytelling!
21. i touch myself, i dream by excalipurr (39.2k, Explicit)
Warnings: none
Eddie accidentally takes Buck's LAFD t-shirt to El Paso.
Reccer says: There's something about Eddie slowly figuring out where he stands through his own possessiveness and jealousy while he's in El Paso and Buck's in LA that will truly always hit
22. invisible string (tying me to you) by CairaMarie (@cairamarie) (26.8k, Teen)
Warnings: none
Buck and Eddie meet in 2015 at Sophia's wedding, hook up, and then lose each other for three years only to find their way back to each other.
Reccer says: love love love a different meeting fic! plus it's so fun to see more of the Diaz family
23. light, growing by kylaurien (@kylaurien) (4k, General)
Warnings: none
Eddie would be better at this, but Buck can be good. He reminds himself over and over that for whatever reason, Christopher is trusting him so much that he's lying about where he is.
Christopher takes a shaky breath, eyes closed and fingernails worrying the couch cushion.
"I think I'm a girl."
Reccer says: trans chris!!!! buddie loving her!!!!
24. The Devil In The Details by EiraLloyd (7.4k, Teen)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
Actors Evan Buckley and Eddie Diaz meet on the set of Hen Wilson's new slasher movie The Devil In The Details and grow close over the course of filming.
Reccer says: Super fun and cute AU with lots of juicy potential!👀😍 Some social media & chatfic elements also very nicely mixed in there!
25. for all the haunts and homes of men by euadnes (@kananjarus) (189.6k, Mature)
Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence; Implied/Referenced Character Death
Station Eleven AU. Buck ends up taking care of Christopher, a child he doesn't know and was only going to help back to his school, when it seems like the end of the world arrives as millions of people succumb to a virus. We follow them both through the initial panic and confusion, and seven years later when they've found a place safe enough to stay.
Reccer says: I love Station Eleven, and I absolutely adore this fic! The horrors and sorrow of surviving a catastrophe and then having to fight for your life to keep surviving it is written in such a beautiful way! As the narrative threads keep pulling you start vibrating with excitement as you start seeing the puzzle pieces slowly fit together!
26. Retrograde by CypressSunn (@cypresssunns) (89.2k, Mature)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings; Medical trauma
A man is recovering in a long-term ICU unit with no memory of who he is, until he happens to run into Abby Clark, newly returned to LA, who recognizes Buck. But to the rest of the 118 he's been missing presumed dead for a year.
Reccer says: It's fascinating to follow a Buck who doesn't know the 118 and in fact is suspicious towards them, because during his amnesia year he's learned not to trust people who seem like they want to help him. The 118, and especially Eddie's, relief at Buck being alive and wanting him to get his memories back contrasts against Buck's reluctance, and what actually happened to Buck is still a mystery!
27. The life that got away by tenisperfection (@tenisperfection) (13.4k, Mature)
Warnings: none
Buck wakes up in an unfamiliar house, with an unfamiliar man watching him. Last night, a comet was passing close to Earth, and the unforeseen cosmic events some scientists speculated on seem to have come true, because Buck is sure he doesn't know Eddie, but Eddie and his son know another version of him.
Reccer says: I love the sci-fi vibes of waking up in a parallel universe, and Buck getting to see how different his life could be with Eddie in it.
28. Glass by ProsperDemeter (@prosperdemeter2) (86.5k, General)
Warnings: none
Daniel Buckley lived & completely changed the direction of Evan Buckley’s life, which leads to an event that prevents him from becoming a firefighter. However, that doesn’t stop him from becoming involved in a certain firehouse’s family & falling for their newest firefighter.
Reccer says: I love this fic with every fiber of my being! I reread it every few months while waiting for updates. This fic is constantly on my mind. It’s one of the only AU fics that I find still really keeps the characters written as they are in the series. I think I’ve left at least 5 comments on the fic now & would leave more kudos if possible! I cannot recommend this fic enough!
29. Right Where You Left Me by hyacinthusbloom (162.9k, Explicit)
Warnings: Rape/Non-Con
A fic where Buck never reported Dr. Wells, and the butterfly effects from that.
Reccer says: a true masterpiece! the full and sweeping ways in which not talking about Wells changes everything is so clever and well written
30. To Make With These Hands by ChasetheWindTouchtheSky (17.3k, General)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
5 Times Buck Cooks for Someone + 1 Time Someone Cooks for Him, or: The Food Fic (affectionate).
Reccer says: I will always love cooking as a love language, and this fic really digs into that
31. You're Not a Good Shot But I'm Worse by wanttobeatree (@frightfullytreeish) (4.2k, Teen)
Warnings: none
After Tommy and Buck break up, Eddie offers to be a wingman for Buck at gay bars, while Buck's exploring the bi guy side of himself.
Absolutely nothing can go wrong and in no way will there be emotional complications to this plan.
Reccer says: this fic really got their dynamics so well, both buddie and the 118 as a whole, so excitedly and patiently waiting to see where it goes
32. 9-1-1 Boyfriend Verse by Astroash94 (2.9k, Not Rated)
Warnings: Author Chose Not to Use Archive Warnings
a series, not a fic, about buddie through the eyes of reddit - specifically through the lens of Eddie's girlfriend, concerned that her boyfriend has a boyfriend
Reccer says: love a reddit fic, and this series is so funny
Submissions are now open for NDE week! Send in your favorite hurt/comfort, rescue gone wrong, hospital vigil, recovery arc, and emotionally devastating Buddie fics.
Submit your fic recs here! The form will be open until 11:59 pm EST on August 4th.
