Brad H.
What if... what if Tara died? What if Riley and Buffy weren't exactly working out? What if Faith and Angel fell in love, and consummated that love? What if this was a one true moment of happiness?
This is the background for the following two stories (part of a larger multi-author series that won't be archived here). While the concept is not a new one, Brad takes it to a level of originality that is refreshing. His characterization is superb - Cordelia and Spike especially shine. And Buffy and Faith fight, argue, and ultimately come to some hard realizations.