In Armand and Daniel fanfiction, the writers usually play with the unique characteristics of the two characters. Armand's age - old wisdom and his sometimes - dark past can contrast with Daniel's more modern and perhaps naïve view. This contrast creates interesting dynamics. A lot of fanfiction might also explore their physical relationship, but not always in an overly sexual way. It could be about the closeness, the way they touch or look at each other that conveys their feelings.
Louise Penny has created a wonderful world around Armand Gamache. She has a great talent for writing mysteries that are not just about the crime but also about the characters, their relationships, and the beautiful settings like Three Pines. Her writing style makes the Armand Gamache novels very engaging and popular among mystery lovers.
The Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series by Louise Penny is typically read in the order of publication. Some of the early ones include 'Still Life', 'A Fatal Grace', etc. Publication order generally helps in following the character development and the evolving storylines in the fictional Quebecois village of Three Pines.
One popular theme is redemption. Daniel might be seen as a character who needs to be redeemed in some way, and Armand could be the one to guide him. Another theme is love in the face of immortality. Since they are both vampires, their love is different from mortal love. It endures for a long time, and fanfiction often delves into how they keep that love alive.
Another is 'A Fatal Grace'. In this novel, Gamache has to deal with a murder during the Christmas season in Three Pines. It delves deeper into the relationships between the characters in the village and also shows more of Gamache's detective skills and his empathetic nature towards the victims and the suspects alike.
Another theme is the struggle with their own natures. Since they are complex characters, fanfics often deal with how they come to terms with who they are, whether it's their vampiric nature or their moral compasses. In many fanfics, they face internal conflicts related to these aspects. For example, in some stories, Armand may struggle with his past actions while Marius tries to guide him towards a more positive path. This exploration of their characters' growth and self - discovery is a very common and engaging theme in Armand Marius fanfic.
Another theme is love and loyalty. Their relationship is usually depicted as being very strong and full of loyalty towards each other. For example, in many fanfics, they will go to great lengths to protect one another.
The allure of Armand in fanfiction often lies in the way his relationships are depicted. For example, his relationship with Louis can be reimagined in different ways. Fanfic writers might explore a more romantic or a more antagonistic side of their dynamic. This gives readers a chance to see different aspects of Armand's personality through his interactions.