driftsoul
About driftsoul
driftsoul is a well-known Criminal Minds fanfiction author who specializes in stories that balance angst with hope. Their writing is celebrated for making readers feel deeply invested in every character.
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Featured Works
The most popular works by driftsoul, ranked by kudos.
The Cage Before Us
Criminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan · 174,699 words
Spencer Reid wakes up in a world where Derek Morgan doesn't remember them. Desperate to restore what was lost, they'll risk everything for one more chance.
In the Haunted Stars
Criminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan · 342,625 words
Stranded together after a disaster, Spencer Reid and Derek Morgan discover that survival requires more than just skill. It requires trust.
Come the Fire
Criminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan · 205,400 words
When Spencer Reid discovers a hidden truth about Derek Morgan, everything they thought they knew about each other is turned upside down.
The Heart Beyond Us
Criminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan · 229,003 words
Time loops force Spencer Reid to relive the same day over and over, and Derek Morgan is the only constant. Each repetition brings them closer to the truth.
Trending Works
Recently updated and actively engaging works by driftsoul.
Come the Fire
Criminal Minds
When Spencer Reid discovers a hidden truth about Derek Morgan, everything they thought they knew about each other is turned upside down.
The Heart Beyond Us
Criminal Minds
Time loops force Spencer Reid to relive the same day over and over, and Derek Morgan is the only constant. Each repetition brings them closer to the truth.
The Cage Before Us
Criminal Minds
Spencer Reid wakes up in a world where Derek Morgan doesn't remember them. Desperate to restore what was lost, they'll risk everything for one more chance.
All Works by driftsoul
The Cage Before Us
Ongoing GeneralCriminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan
174,699 words · 11h 39m read · Published 2017-07-05 · Updated 2019-04-19
Spencer Reid wakes up in a world where Derek Morgan doesn't remember them. Desperate to restore what was lost, they'll risk everything for one more chance.
In the Haunted Stars
Ongoing ExplicitCriminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan
342,625 words · 22h 51m read · Published 2014-07-26 · Updated 2015-01-04
Stranded together after a disaster, Spencer Reid and Derek Morgan discover that survival requires more than just skill. It requires trust.
Come the Fire
Complete GeneralCriminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan
205,400 words · 13h 42m read · Published 2023-11-17 · Updated 2025-04-18
When Spencer Reid discovers a hidden truth about Derek Morgan, everything they thought they knew about each other is turned upside down.
The Heart Beyond Us
Complete Teen And Up AudiencesCriminal Minds · Spencer Reid/Derek Morgan
229,003 words · 15h 16m read · Published 2022-08-27 · Updated 2023-10-04
Time loops force Spencer Reid to relive the same day over and over, and Derek Morgan is the only constant. Each repetition brings them closer to the truth.
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Who is driftsoul on AO3?
driftsoul is a well-known Criminal Minds fanfiction author who specializes in stories that balance angst with hope. Their writing is celebrated for making readers feel deeply invested in every character.
How many fanfics has driftsoul written?
driftsoul has written 4 works totaling 1.4M words, with 169k total kudos across all their fics.
What is driftsoul's most popular fanfic?
driftsoul's most popular work is "The Cage Before Us" with 68k kudos and 14k bookmarks. It's a 174,699 word Criminal Minds fic.
What fandoms does driftsoul write for?
driftsoul writes for Criminal Minds. They are dedicated to the Criminal Minds fandom.
Where can I read driftsoul's fanfiction?
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