imahistorian
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since: 04-30-11, id: 2885391, Profile Updated: 01-21-13
Author has written 12 stories for NCIS: Los Angeles.

If you're reading this: Hello! As you can probably surmise from my slightly geeky screen name, in regular every day life I'm a historian. And being a historian is about studying the past, examining people and explaining people, events and the trends of human behavior. It's one reason I enjoy TV and movies so much, since they are in many ways a similar kind of study, just often told from a fictional perspective. And the relationships between people are what give history (and TV and movies) meaning. Which is another reason I've been addicted to movies since I was in high school and working at Blockbuster.

My name is Mel and I'm a long time fanfic reader and writer. Up until recently I'd never posted anything on ff.net as Live Journal was previously my posting location of choice. But that is changing as I've found some great Kensi/Deeks fic from NCIS: Los Angeles here and have enjoyed getting to know other fans and writers in this part of the fandom.

I started writing fanfic when I was about thirteen, before I even knew what the definition of it was and over the years I've written for the following shows/movies and pairings: Roswell (Max/Liz, Alex/Isabel, Michael/Maria), Stargate Atlantis (John/Elizabeth), Stargate SG-1 (Jack/Sam), TRON: Legacy (Sam/Quorra), JAG (Harm/Mac), Legend of the Seeker (Richard/Kahlan), Doctor Who (Ten/Rose), Robin Hood (Robin/Marian), NCIS: Los Angeles (Kensi/Deeks). Historically I haven't always been very good at finishing stories, which is why I'm determined to do my best to focus on one story at a time, with the occasionally short diversion to a one shot (or short multi shot).

Also in my spare time I create/edit music videos. Here they are on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/PaduaGallifrey?feature=mhee

Or check them out directly on my website: http://www.travelingshutterbug.com/MusicVideos.html


1. Feel the Tide » reviews
A series of seemingly unconnected murders of Marine Corps officers sends the NCIS team chasing leads, takes Kensi and Deeks undercover, bringing to light surprising pieces of Deeks' past, forcing Kensi and Deeks to face difficult decisions and personal demons, and leading to unexpected truths. Sequel to Truth Be Told.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Crime - Chapters: 18 - Words: 93,806 - Reviews: 285 - Updated: 5-9-13 - Published: 5-31-12 - M. Deeks & Kensi B.
2. Irreconcilable Differences » reviews
A misunderstanding and argument between Kensi and Deeks ensues when Kensi is offered a position with the NCIS Red Team. The question of what being partners really means when one half is thinking about leaving is posed when Deeks gets himself into some trouble, Kensi comes to his rescue, and a mystery has to be solved. Slight Densi, speculation for 4x18 "Red," Kensi POV.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Crime - Chapters: 5 - Words: 14,895 - Reviews: 104 - Updated: 3-19-13 - Published: 3-11-13 - Kensi B. & M. Deeks - Complete
3. Basketball, Flowers, and Musical Theatre » reviews
In the end it was about more than a birthday. Kensi comes up with ways to try and make it up to Deeks for forgetting his birthday. Kensi POV, a series of 10 vignettes post 4x11 "Drive."
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 8,207 - Reviews: 215 - Updated: 2-1-13 - Published: 1-23-13 - Kensi B. & M. Deeks - Complete
4. Little Wonders reviews
"It's the heart that really matters in the end." Stuck on the USS Van Buren for Christmas, Kensi surprises Deeks by not being depressed, and Deeks surprises himself by not being bothered as she dances with other men. And both Kensi and Deeks learn a thing or two about enjoying the good things in life, including a night sky and each other. Post-Free Ride one-shot, Densi.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,781 - Reviews: 36 - Published: 1-5-13 - M. Deeks & Kensi B. - Complete
5. Lost and Found reviews
With Callen arrested and in the aftermath of the deaths of Renko and Hunter, Kensi pulls away from Deeks. He refuses to let her and in his efforts to reach her Deeks discovers the reasons for her withdrawal run deeper than he initially thought. One shot, post "Sans Voir."
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,674 - Reviews: 30 - Published: 7-12-12 - M. Deeks & Kensi B. - Complete
6. Take Me Out » reviews
Kensi reacts without thinking and Deeks reveals more than intended, leaving them both feeling uncertain. A confrontational encounter with two fellow cops, a softball game, an unexpected fallout. Two chapters from Kensi's POV, two from Deeks'.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 22,565 - Reviews: 99 - Updated: 5-22-12 - Published: 4-28-12 - M. Deeks & Kensi B. - Complete
7. Truth Be Told » reviews
Deeks is called back by the LAPD for a long term undercover. The ramifications on him, Kensi, their partnership, and their relationship are something no one could have ever guessed. Starting Chapter 16 story is rated M.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: M - English - Romance/Crime - Chapters: 30 - Words: 276,062 - Reviews: 589 - Updated: 3-13-12 - Published: 8-21-11 - Kensi B. & M. Deeks - Complete
8. A Birthday Surprise reviews
It's Kensi's birthday. Deeks has a plan to celebrate. And it involves a disco ball, music from 1998, roller skates, and couples skating. One shot Kensi/Deeks from Kensi's POV, pure sugary fluff, minor spoilers for 3x13 "Exit Strategy."
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,652 - Reviews: 29 - Published: 1-23-12 - M. Deeks & Kensi B. - Complete
9. Fallout reviews
"No, watching her partner kiss another woman, watching Deeks kiss Nell was not supposed to feel like this." One shot Kensi/Deeks *Really!* from Kensi's POV, spoilers for 3x10 "The Debt," companion piece to "Operation Mistletoe" by MioneAlterEgo.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,403 - Reviews: 35 - Published: 12-11-11 - Kensi B. & M. Deeks - Complete
10. The Greater Good reviews
"More than anything lying to Kensi was something he'd never wanted to do." A look at possible events pre and post 3x10, "The Debt" from Deeks' POV. One shot, Kensi/Deeks.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,162 - Reviews: 31 - Published: 11-28-11 - Kensi B. & M. Deeks - Complete
11. Camisoles, Corduroy, and Lip Balm » reviews
It's funny what you can learn doing a woman's laundry for a month. Deeks POV, a series of 10 drabbles post 3x06 "Lone Wolf."
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 7,290 - Reviews: 168 - Updated: 11-9-11 - Published: 10-31-11 - M. Deeks & Kensi B. - Complete
12. Blurred reviews
"The lines between the different factions of his life were getting uncomfortably blurred." A post "Plan B" conversation between Deeks and Kensi where they both learn some things about each other.
NCIS: Los Angeles - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,012 - Reviews: 24 - Published: 8-12-11 - M. Deeks & Kensi B. - Complete