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Indelible by Dmarx reviews
Years pass and memories fade with time but his words never will because he wrote them down, every chapter of their story inked across the page for eternity. Sequel to Spiral Bound.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 15 - Words: 24,900 - Reviews: 397 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 120 - Updated: 8/26 - Published: 5/20
Blank Page by GeekMom reviews
What would you do if you went to sleep knowing your family, your fiancée, your life and yourself, but woke to strangers? When you strip away everything that you know, what is left? A Season 7 A/U set several weeks after Driven. As always, Andrew Marlowe's characters are unforgettable. A 2016 Castle Summer Hiatus Ficathon story.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 10 - Words: 64,432 - Reviews: 280 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 239 - Updated: 8/6 - Published: 6/13/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., C. Burke
Initially, I Thought by WRTRD reviews
Beckett reads something she shouldn't in Castle's office. Set immediately after 2x18 "Boom!" Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 13 - Words: 35,190 - Reviews: 644 - Favs: 130 - Follows: 264 - Updated: 8/3 - Published: 5/15 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Matrimonial Accord by skygirl55 reviews
A long lost relative, a curiously worded will, and an expansion of their partnership agreement lead Castle and Beckett down a path neither of them could have ever imagined. Caskett. Set mid-Season 3.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 21 - Words: 73,834 - Reviews: 950 - Favs: 190 - Follows: 321 - Updated: 7/20 - Published: 5/11 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
A Life to Remember by LorelaiGilmore82 reviews
A sequel to A Night to Forget
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family - Chapters: 34 - Words: 91,447 - Reviews: 766 - Favs: 332 - Follows: 596 - Updated: 7/14 - Published: 4/12/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Bombs Bursting In Air by Kate Christie reviews
Kate receives a peace offering from Castle just in time for the 4th of July. Spoiler: there will be fireworks.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,889 - Reviews: 76 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 117 - Updated: 7/4 - Published: 7/4/2018 - Rick C., Kate B.
With A Twist by Dmarx reviews
A collection of unrelated one-shots exploring various 'what if' scenarios. #18: What if… Castle didn't come clean about Johanna Beckett's murder at the end of 1x10?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 18 - Words: 63,784 - Reviews: 879 - Favs: 189 - Follows: 336 - Updated: 6/6 - Published: 4/4/2018 - Rick C., Kate B.
Where's My Love by bravevulnerability reviews
'He's never known a laugh more beautiful than the one that belonged to her. He'd never forget it either.' One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,324 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 41 - Published: 4/26 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Love and War in the Garden of Eden by devildog3479 reviews
December 2002, America is on the verge of War with Iraq. In NY Richard Castle receives a phone call that will soon have him in the heart of the bloodiest battle of the conflict at that time. Unknown to his friends, Castle is a Marine Reservist assigned to the 8th Tank Battalion, who will be in the thick of things. How will this change the dyamics of everyone involved including KB.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 16 - Words: 107,456 - Reviews: 209 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 161 - Updated: 4/25 - Published: 6/20/2018
Why Not Me by Liv Wilder reviews
Castle 2x23: Overkill. Fic Prompt from ProudTVJunkie: "Cornered in the break room by Beckett after seeing her kiss Demming in the hall, Castle comes out and asks, why him? Why not me?" Two-shot. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,784 - Reviews: 197 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 140 - Updated: 4/11 - Published: 4/9 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Before the world fell at our feet by liviafan1 reviews
On the brink of divorce nearly two years following the events of 8x01, Beckett uproots her life in New York to move to Los Angeles, where Castle lives now, to try to repair what she broke. Season 8 AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 17 - Words: 38,478 - Reviews: 659 - Favs: 196 - Follows: 508 - Updated: 4/6 - Published: 2/18/2016 - Rick C., Kate B.
Running on Fumes by WRTRD reviews
Furious at Castle for showing evidence to an outsider–a flight attendant–and hurt by his dismissal of her, Beckett decides to take action. But so does he. AU set immediately after 4x20, "The Limey." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 27,444 - Reviews: 585 - Favs: 111 - Follows: 215 - Updated: 4/6 - Published: 1/5 - Complete
When Stars Align by Liv Wilder reviews
A what-if from "47 Seconds." What if Kate had sent Ryan away when he interrupted Castle's speech about the victims and missed opportunities. One-shot. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,310 - Reviews: 109 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 36 - Published: 4/3 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Blue Coffee Cup: Broken by mysterymuse reviews
Companion piece to Blue Coffee Cup. A post-Watershed AU. Beckett accepts the DC job and breaks it off with Castle. But is it what her heart really wants? Can she fix what's broken?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 13,263 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 188 - Updated: 3/26 - Published: 7/17/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Elevator Pitch by Liv Wilder reviews
Still trying to fix that heartrending Season 2 finale all these years later. Two-shot.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,013 - Reviews: 148 - Favs: 93 - Follows: 143 - Updated: 3/25 - Published: 3/23 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Be Okay by skygirl55 reviews
Kate Beckett had almost given up hope on seeing her fiance again-almost. But now he was back, and that was wonderful, but things were also complicated for them and for their family. Caskett S7 AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 34,227 - Reviews: 401 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 181 - Updated: 2/19 - Published: 1/19 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Slow Burn by Liv Wilder reviews
Nothing else exists in this world after Kate Beckett utters the words, "Castle, if we were getting married " with that open, adult look in her eye. AU set during 4x11: "Til Death Do Us Part"
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 22 - Words: 66,211 - Reviews: 1430 - Favs: 261 - Follows: 481 - Updated: 2/18 - Published: 5/2/2018 - Rick C., Kate B.
Permanent Reverie by bravevulnerability reviews
'"You're a really good father," she mumbles, words he already knows, has heard countless times from her before. But after watching him work so persistently with their son, whispering endless encouragements into his ear, and picking him up each time he falls, she can't help speaking the truth again. "Just in case I hadn't said that today."'
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,444 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 48 - Published: 1/20 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One of the Lucky Ones by skygirl55 reviews
"I think you need to come with us, Mr. Castle. And on the way back to the Twelfth you can tell us everything you know." Detective Kate Beckett lives in a very different world. Caskett AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 10 - Words: 30,207 - Reviews: 259 - Favs: 104 - Follows: 154 - Updated: 1/6 - Published: 12/1/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Oops! by WRTRD reviews
A/U just before "After the Storm." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 14,358 - Reviews: 409 - Favs: 130 - Follows: 221 - Updated: 12/30/2018 - Published: 11/7/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Near Light by bravevulnerability reviews
"All I want this Christmas is just to be here, to remember. But if I can't do that… I want to make new memories, build new traditions to go with the old." An AU that takes place immediately after the events of 3x24, Knockout. Set during the Christmas season.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 12 - Words: 44,256 - Reviews: 652 - Favs: 226 - Follows: 281 - Updated: 12/24/2018 - Published: 12/14/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Making Merry by acertainzest reviews
It's Christmas in the future and Beckett has lost her inhibitions. But not in the way you think. ;) A Christmas Crackfic for your enjoyment. Put down all food and drink before reading.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,981 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 20 - Published: 12/24/2018 - Complete
Peppermint Tea by skygirl55 reviews
When Kate tried to shut her eyes and relax, she couldn't, for she was certain she could hear distant voices. It took her almost another full minute in her sickly state that what she heard was music being played by her neighbor. Christmas music to be specific. Caskett Christmas Meet-Cute. Pre-show AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,120 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 70 - Published: 12/24/2018 - Complete
The Gift Of You by acertainzest reviews
Rick Castle does a good deed for a stranger, and reaps the rewards. Lou's Birthday Fic 2018. :)
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,161 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 27 - Published: 12/15/2018 - Complete
Happy Now by skygirl55 reviews
The disappearance of Richard Castle rocked Kate Beckett's world—and his return just might do the same. Semi-AU Season 3. Post 3XK.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 5 - Words: 16,843 - Reviews: 156 - Favs: 99 - Follows: 125 - Updated: 11/19/2018 - Published: 11/16/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Park And Ride by acertainzest reviews
Castle checks another item off his bucket list. Shameless PWP for the November 2018 Castle Pornado.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,887 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 18 - Published: 11/18/2018 - Complete
Dying To Meet You by acertainzest reviews
For the 2018 #CastleHalloweenBash. On a dark sidewalk on a cold New York evening, Rick Castle met a woman. Or did he?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,839 - Reviews: 64 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 27 - Published: 11/1/2018 - Complete
Timer by skygirl55 reviews
Timer: Counting Down To Your Soulmate; Castle mashup with the movie of the same name. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 59,748 - Reviews: 476 - Favs: 146 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 10/25/2018 - Published: 11/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Meant To Be by skygirl55 reviews
Castle Soulmate Semi-AU Circa Season 2 finale/Season 3. Two-Shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 9,582 - Reviews: 91 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 108 - Updated: 8/28/2018 - Published: 8/25/2018 - Complete
Before The Fall by bravevulnerability reviews
What if it was Castle's voice Beckett heard calling for her while she was hanging from the edge of that building after all? An alternative take on 4x23, 'Always'. One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,125 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 116 - Follows: 58 - Published: 8/28/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Falling Down Two by WRTRD reviews
A follow-up to "Falling Down," which picks up the morning after that story ended and will finish seven and a half months later. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 27,765 - Reviews: 326 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 135 - Updated: 8/19/2018 - Published: 7/10/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Wrong Number by skygirl55 reviews
Sometimes the wrong number can actually be the right one. Caskett One-Shot. FFYG Semi-AU
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,820 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 42 - Published: 8/18/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
And Then I Found You by skygirl55 reviews
For months its been more about surviving than living, but a chance meeting could change all of that. Caskett AU. Semi apocalyptic. For #Castleficathon2018
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 52,021 - Reviews: 363 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 139 - Updated: 8/9/2018 - Published: 6/23/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
FUBAR by madcrafter72 reviews
"There's obviously something wrong, but he's too much a guy to actually talk about it, so you need to march over there and get it out of him. Then you can go back to making love eyeballs at each other, and finally jump his bones!" An AU from 47 Seconds. If you don't know what the title means, ask uncle Google.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,202 - Reviews: 116 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 153 - Updated: 8/5/2018 - Published: 6/23/2018 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P.
Growing Old With You by skygirl55 reviews
What if you didn't age until you met your soulmate? Caskett Soulmate AU One-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,213 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 38 - Published: 7/5/2018 - Complete
Falling Down by WRTRD reviews
AU set in the summer after S4. Castle and Beckett have left the precinct, but not together. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 29 - Words: 83,893 - Reviews: 1724 - Favs: 188 - Follows: 334 - Updated: 7/2/2018 - Published: 1/14/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Stripped by bravevulnerability reviews
"Mistress Heat," Castle greets, entering the private room with the usual smug, self-satisfied grin strung across his lips, the spark in his eyes twinkling in the red glow of the private room. "How's business today?" AU for 2x16, 'The Mistress Always Spanks Twice'. One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,456 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 62 - Published: 6/27/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
What's in a Word? by WRTRD reviews
Beckett and Castle play a surprising new game, early in S5. Three-shot. Rating will go up to M in the second chapter. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,302 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 6/26/2018 - Published: 6/23/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Looking for Love by skygirl55 reviews
"For the first time ever Looking for Love will feature a celebrity bachelor…author Richard Castle!" Caskett AU #castleficathon2018 entry
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 34,684 - Reviews: 445 - Favs: 146 - Follows: 202 - Updated: 6/21/2018 - Published: 5/12/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
We Have It All by jstar1382 reviews
"It will fade and it will wither; But gold, it will never; And hey, baby, don't you know; Diamonds are forever." AU C&B story. Kate finds the strength to move on with her life and move back to NYC. An unlikely friendship paves the way to rebuilding herself. Summer 2018 Ficathon
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,263 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 130 - Published: 6/18/2018 - Rick C., Kate B., W. Sorenson
Moments Passed by bravevulnerability reviews
'It's been five years and she's undoing him in five minutes.' AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 20 - Words: 69,449 - Reviews: 878 - Favs: 269 - Follows: 336 - Updated: 6/13/2018 - Published: 4/30/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Vignettes 2 by chezchuckles reviews
Continuing the three words prompt-fills from tumblr.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 13,977 - Reviews: 210 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 6/9/2018 - Published: 7/29/2017
End Game by bravevulnerability reviews
AU based on 3x08, 'Murder Most Fowl'. Inspired by a prompt from the castlefanficprompts page on tumblr: Richard Castle meets Detective Beckett when they show up at the soccer field that their children are playing their game on. One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,323 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 140 - Follows: 83 - Published: 6/3/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Earworm by skygirl55 reviews
Soulmate Semi-AU set Season 2, Post-Sucker Punch. One-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,461 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 28 - Published: 5/28/2018 - Complete
Nightlife by faithsette reviews
"She thinks he's just watching all of the girls, but then he's still staring at her when she looks again a few minutes later. He's not watching all the girls, he's watching her." AU. Kate's a stripper, Rick meets her at a bachelor party. Prompt fill.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 15 - Words: 60,085 - Reviews: 571 - Favs: 198 - Follows: 599 - Updated: 5/22/2018 - Published: 3/24/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Returning the Favor by skygirl55 reviews
Caskett Season 4 one-shot. AU Post 4x11 (Til Death Do Us Part)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,222 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 33 - Published: 5/20/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Bulletproof by acertainzest reviews
A one-shot exploring a different way things could have gone at Captain Montgomery's funeral in the Season 3 finale.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,339 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 34 - Published: 5/19/2018 - Complete
lust in the west by Katherinehgt reviews
"Oh come on, Beckett. It could be worse." Only - it does get worse before it gets better. Set in Once Upon a Time in The West PRE-COUPLE. S4.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,097 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 34 - Published: 5/9/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Entr'acte by acertainzest reviews
For the May 2018 Castle Pornado: a naughty interlude in a dressing room. Part of the "Life of Sound" series but you don't need to have read those in order to enjoy this one.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,462 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 22 - Published: 5/6/2018 - Complete
Need To Feel by acertainzest reviews
For the May 2018 Castle Pornado: an episode insert for 6x03 "Need To Know." Because neither of them expected to see the other at the 12th Precinct that day, and the supply closet was right there, minding its own business.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,493 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 20 - Published: 5/6/2018 - Complete
Taking Off by skygirl55 reviews
Castle, Beckett, and some pre-flight fun. Set mid-S6
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,061 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 23 - Published: 5/6/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
the ghost ship that didn't carry us by faithsette reviews
I'll never know, and neither will you, of the life you don't choose. Semi-AU, maybe.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,879 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 26 - Published: 4/29/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
When Love Isn't Enough by skygirl55 reviews
Being in love with someone isn't always enough to want to be with them. Caskett AU. Two-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,863 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 85 - Updated: 4/28/2018 - Published: 4/23/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Undying Love by skygirl55 reviews
Richard Castle can truly say his love story with Kate Beckett is eternal; Caskett Soulmate (Semi) AU - Set mid-S5. Two-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 12,144 - Reviews: 96 - Favs: 96 - Follows: 88 - Updated: 4/21/2018 - Published: 4/18/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Under New Management by Perspex13 reviews
Beckett returns to the precinct to find that things have changed more than expected. Set early in Season 4.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 31 - Words: 134,392 - Reviews: 979 - Favs: 161 - Follows: 288 - Updated: 4/10/2018 - Published: 1/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
I Found by bravevulnerability reviews
Inspired by the prompt: "Beckett gets to know Castle while he's married to Gina." Pre series AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,805 - Reviews: 183 - Favs: 140 - Follows: 215 - Updated: 4/9/2018 - Published: 4/3/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
All I Want by bravevulnerability reviews
'All he wants for his birthday is to move past her. But his heart doesn't want that at all. His heart wants Kate Beckett to show up at his door and prove him wrong. Or, better yet, prove all of his previous misgivings about her, about them, right. But there aren't enough birthday wishes in the world to make that one come true.' Post 4x19 AU for Castle's birthday.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,547 - Reviews: 95 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 58 - Published: 4/1/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hiraeth: B-Sides by bravevulnerability reviews
Missing scenes and additional glimpses for the 'Hiraeth' universe.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,351 - Reviews: 73 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 85 - Published: 3/21/2018 - Rick C., Kate B.
Forget the World by skygirl55 reviews
"Did you just kiss me? In a dumpster?" Caskett Semi-AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,882 - Reviews: 85 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 111 - Updated: 3/20/2018 - Published: 3/13/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
between shadows and souls by bravevulnerability reviews
"The elusive 3XK killer, Richard Castle, comes out of hiding after years of solitude and becomes attracted to the NYPD's greatest homicide detective Detective Kate Beckett. His attraction becomes a game and she takes the bait, finding herself slowly involved in his world and unable to shake him." AU. One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,071 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 27 - Published: 3/16/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Going My Way? by acertainzest reviews
Some days, "it was a long day" doesn't even begin to cover it. Set immediately after the end of episode 4x19 "47 Seconds." Very belated birthday fic for Lou.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,030 - Reviews: 65 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 30 - Published: 3/15/2018 - Complete
Summer in the Hamptons by skygirl55 reviews
Sometimes letting go is the hardest thing of all. Caskett pre-series AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 15 - Words: 38,971 - Reviews: 466 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 213 - Updated: 3/10/2018 - Published: 1/20/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
All Too Well by bravevulnerability reviews
'She's just missed him, Paula tells her when she shows up at the site of his book signing, Heat Rises clutched to her chest and sealed against her bullet wound. "You've got the guy twisted up enough over you, either get him out of your system or move on already."' An alternative take on 4x01, 'Rise'. Four shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,875 - Reviews: 202 - Favs: 158 - Follows: 234 - Updated: 3/4/2018 - Published: 2/26/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Forgetting by Caskett1960 reviews
Post 8x07 'The Last Seduction.' The story will start in canon for that episode, but will move into AU territory after Kate receives the mysterious text from Vikram. Kate vanishes the morning after she and Castle celebrate their first wedding anniversary. Where has she gone and why? I want to thank Angie (at dtrekker) for the fantastic cover art. Contains spoilers for Season 8.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Drama/Crime - Chapters: 44 - Words: 212,422 - Reviews: 800 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 222 - Updated: 2/22/2018 - Published: 9/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
Fair Fight by bravevulnerability reviews
'Her son hates her and she doesn't blame him. She abandoned him for six years, whether she chose to or not. He was raised to believe that she's been dead this entire time, that she was never coming back. Of course he's going to be upset by some strange woman he doesn't even know showing up and wrecking everything.' A brief one shot inspired by 1x01 and 1x02.
Absentia - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 965 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 18 - Published: 2/9/2018 - Emily B., Flynn B., Nick D., Alice D. - Complete
Fuel to Fire by bravevulnerability reviews
'It's been exactly a month since Kate Beckett was admitted to the burn unit of the hospital after surviving the explosion of her apartment and she's proving to be one of their most difficult patients yet.' 2x18 inspired AU. Three shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,734 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 143 - Follows: 164 - Updated: 2/2/2018 - Published: 1/29/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
smoke rings in the dark by liviafan1 reviews
Castle's a wreck after the shooting, struggling with his feelings for Kate while navigating her months-long lack of communication. He reluctantly enters therapy at his daughter's request and starts to put the pieces together - until he bumps into Kate at a coffee shop. Reeling with betrayal, he puts their partnership on hold. Canon until Post-Knockout. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 29,748 - Reviews: 511 - Favs: 248 - Follows: 533 - Updated: 1/20/2018 - Published: 8/26/2013 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Side by Side by skygirl55 reviews
Kate & Rick try to find their way after a life-changing event. Continuation of It's Only Just Begun. For #CastleFicathonWinter2017
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 17,028 - Reviews: 165 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 131 - Updated: 1/13/2018 - Published: 12/30/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Surge by bravevulnerability reviews
'It isn't smart, isn't safe, but she can barely feel her fingers, her toes, as it is, and her mind is numb with him. It's worth a walk in the cold.' Early season 8 AU. Two shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,972 - Reviews: 105 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 95 - Updated: 1/11/2018 - Published: 1/9/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
one little chance by airbefore reviews
"We should date. For Christmas." / AU
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 25,612 - Reviews: 374 - Favs: 151 - Follows: 332 - Updated: 1/9/2018 - Published: 12/20/2017
New Year's Day by bravevulnerability reviews
"I'm supposed to be with you. And you're supposed to be with me, no matter what world we're in. So when you find me, don't let me go." Sequel to 'Change in Realities'. Two shot. AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 12,530 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 98 - Updated: 12/31/2017 - Published: 12/29/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Auld Lang Syne by skygirl55 reviews
A new year filled with endless possibilities. A Caskett AU NYE one-shot. Companion to 'Tis the Season
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,392 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 34 - Published: 12/31/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Making Scents by WRTRD reviews
Beckett begins to notice that Castle smells unnervingly good. Set during 2x20, "The Late Shaft." One-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,924 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 30 - Published: 12/30/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Tis the Season by skygirl55 reviews
Joy, Peace on Earth, and the Kindness of Strangers - A Christmas One-shot - Pre-Show AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,037 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 37 - Published: 12/25/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Christmas for the Ages by chezchuckles reviews
A new Christmas advent/ure. The idea is that each AU gets a chance to tell its Christmas story. I'll mark the chapter with the AU in which it is appearing so that you'll know what universe we're in, and if the story requires more than one chapter, then it will be labeled: Ultimatum - Chapter 1, Ultimatum - Final Chapter, etc. A new chapter every day of December thru Xmas Day.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 57,542 - Reviews: 566 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 101 - Updated: 12/24/2017 - Published: 11/30/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
In the Spirit by bravevulnerability reviews
A series of Christmas themed one shots, each a glimpse into a minimum of ten previously written stories.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 12 - Words: 47,739 - Reviews: 438 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 127 - Updated: 12/24/2017 - Published: 12/14/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Change in Realities by bravevulnerability reviews
"Someday you're going to find that your way of facing this realistic world just doesn't work. And when you do, don't overlook those lovely intangibles. You'll discover those are the only things that are worthwhile." An AU story set after the events of 2x24, 'A Deadly Game', for Christmas.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 10 - Words: 32,437 - Reviews: 323 - Favs: 120 - Follows: 160 - Updated: 12/24/2017 - Published: 12/15/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
It's Only Just Begun by skygirl55 reviews
Traveling home for the holidays comes with more complications than Kate Beckett is prepared for; particularly after she runs into a famous mystery writer. A Caskett Pre-Show AU holiday tale. For the CastleFicathonWinter2017
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 36,295 - Reviews: 230 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 147 - Updated: 12/24/2017 - Published: 12/17/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Anything could happen by Pegship reviews
Goes off canon after 8x02. When Rick lands in the hospital after a traffic accident, he reminds Kate that anything can happen. "The best way to keep me safe, Kate, is to keep me close. Back to back, watching each other's six." Even while they're watching, they're racing to solve the puzzle of LokSat and Rick's lost summer.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 40 - Words: 56,822 - Reviews: 372 - Favs: 127 - Follows: 314 - Updated: 12/21/2017 - Published: 10/7/2015 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
What To My Wondering Eyes Should Appear by acertainzest reviews
In which Lily Castle sees something she shouldn't. Oops! A bit of utterly silly Christmas fluff.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,651 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 21 - Published: 12/20/2017 - Complete
Between Two by skygirl55 reviews
Everyone only has one soulmate...right? [Caskett Soulmate AU Circa Season 3/4]
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 13,574 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 102 - Updated: 12/14/2017 - Published: 12/10/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Come Find Me by skygirl55 reviews
If you're searching for forever, I'll be waiting; come find me. Caskett semi-AU canon from Nikki Heat's book release (2x05)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 39,784 - Reviews: 421 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 265 - Updated: 12/9/2017 - Published: 11/4/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
What's Past Is Prologue by EtherealBallet reviews
AU Prompt: Johanna Beckett is still alive she comes back one day after all those years. Beckett is so mad & in shock. (Beckett and Castle are already married with kid(s) & she's also pregnant at the time) Johanna doesn't know much about what happened to Beckett & that she's married with kid(s) or anything about her life. Goodbyes are always more difficult than one could fathom.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 17 - Words: 14,829 - Reviews: 123 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 301 - Updated: 11/25/2017 - Published: 4/24/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Johanna B.
No More Departures by bravevulnerability reviews
'She tortures herself on the walk through the airport, wonders how he's spending his Thanksgiving this year.' AU set post 5x24, 'Watershed'. Two shot for Thanksgiving.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,924 - Reviews: 160 - Favs: 170 - Follows: 149 - Updated: 11/23/2017 - Published: 11/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
So It Goes by bravevulnerability reviews
'Watching Kate Beckett dancing in a club is nothing short of a religious experience. Witnessing it once isn't enough.' A late season 3 four shot.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,058 - Reviews: 197 - Favs: 212 - Follows: 176 - Updated: 11/20/2017 - Published: 11/14/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Reverberations by acertainzest reviews
Even when there's trouble in paradise, the show must go on. Caskett AU. This is the third installment of the "Life of Sound" series and my entry for the summer 2017 #CastleFicathon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 18 - Words: 83,641 - Reviews: 402 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 119 - Updated: 11/20/2017 - Published: 9/18/2017 - Complete
Only Just Begun by acertainzest reviews
For the Nov 2017 Castle Pornado. Shameless irredeemable smut set at the end of the pilot, "Flowers For Your Grave."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,454 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 38 - Published: 11/19/2017 - Complete
such a happiness by airbefore reviews
Photographer Kate Beckett and aspiring novelist Rick Rodgers are perfectly content in their solitary lives. But it's only after an unlikely matchmaker conspires to have them meet that they realize how extraordinary their lives could become. A Castle AU for Summer Ficathon 2016 co-written by airbefore and caffinate-me.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 23 - Words: 91,538 - Reviews: 1527 - Favs: 440 - Follows: 705 - Updated: 11/9/2017 - Published: 5/25/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Jim B., Johanna B. - Complete
Sway by bravevulnerability reviews
"I'm not asking you to tango. Just sway." Post season 8. Written for the Kai's Dance Dream campaign.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,724 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 36 - Published: 11/6/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Smoke by bravevulnerability reviews
"I wasn't going to leave you sick and alone on your favorite holiday, Castle." Set early season four, not long after 4x07, 'Cops and Robbers'. Castle Halloween Bash 2017 entry.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,312 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 123 - Follows: 47 - Published: 10/31/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
tricks and treats by faithsette reviews
'With a name, the bright blue eyes and the stubble hidden beneath a pile of Halloween makeup click into place. Richard Castle.' A little trick-or-treating AU meeting. For the Castle Halloween Bash 2017.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,673 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 36 - Published: 10/31/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Rescue Me by skygirl55 reviews
Twelve weeks. All Kate Beckett needed to do was survived twelve weeks as the assistant to the surly, unkind, and downright unpleasant writer. The position was temporary, so she could make it. She had, after all, faced far worse than Richard Castle…or had she? Caskett AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 41,247 - Reviews: 496 - Favs: 193 - Follows: 258 - Updated: 10/31/2017 - Published: 9/16/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Dusk Till Dawn by bravevulnerability reviews
'She doesn't know where she is, only that he isn't here, that amidst all of the pain surging through her veins, she's more acutely aware of the harsh emptiness in the middle of her chest. She can't determine if it's because the bullet shattered her heart, or if it's because he took it with him when he left.' A Castle Halloween Bash 2017 entry. Set post 3x24, 'Knockout'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Supernatural - Chapters: 9 - Words: 18,231 - Reviews: 389 - Favs: 156 - Follows: 162 - Updated: 10/31/2017 - Published: 10/23/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
More Than Meets The Eye by The Muse of Apollo reviews
A collection of unrelated one shots based on tumblr prompts, and prompts from my head. A lot of angst, some fluff. Send prompts via PM or Tumblr.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 14 - Words: 32,025 - Reviews: 188 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 96 - Updated: 10/29/2017 - Published: 8/31/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., OC
How We Hurt Each Other by skygirl55 reviews
Bringing up both hands Castle scrubbed them across his forehead and asked himself for the millionth time: Why? Why couldn't he just let her go? Caskett Angst post The Limey
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,271 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 35 - Published: 10/23/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
I Hate You by bravevulnerability reviews
'For Kate Beckett, he would have tried. He would have continued to love her quietly. Not anymore, though. Not with the lying and leading him on and sinning by silence. But it doesn't stop him from wanting her.' One shot set throughout the '47 Seconds' arc.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,434 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 123 - Follows: 41 - Published: 10/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
We've Become Echoes by bravevulnerability reviews
'He doesn't know Emily Byrne, but something about her has him wanting to throw all his years of special training to the wind and run straight into danger with her.' Inspired by 1x04, 'Me, You, Him, Me', and gives what is probably a very AU idea of how Emily and Nick got to where they are now.
Absentia - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 9,093 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 10/15/2017 - Published: 10/11/2017 - Emily B., Nick D. - Complete
Dash of Dash by chezchuckles reviews
A collection of fills from tumblr 'three words' prompts in which the scene or story is set within the Dash universe. Not in chronological order. For the full range of the Dash universe, check out my library on tumblr: writingwell(tumblr)com/library
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 22 - Words: 24,459 - Reviews: 373 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 110 - Updated: 10/4/2017 - Published: 3/5/2016 - Rick C., Kate B.
Retrace by bravevulnerability reviews
"We'd still be together if none of this ever happened. Do you ever think about that?" Post-ep for episodes 1x01, 'Comeback', and 1x02, 'Reset'.
Absentia - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,439 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 48 - Published: 9/28/2017 - Emily B., Nick D. - Complete
While You Were Out by WRTRD reviews
At the end of Season 2, Castle decided to stop working with Beckett, and misery follows. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 28,511 - Reviews: 662 - Favs: 152 - Follows: 253 - Updated: 9/17/2017 - Published: 8/16/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
If You Wait by bravevulnerability reviews
'He isn't sure where she has gone, but it's obvious she wants to be alone. Or at least, without him. Until nearly a month into the summer when his phone chirps with a new message. From Kate Beckett.' Set during the summer after Beckett's shooting.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 31,864 - Reviews: 801 - Favs: 332 - Follows: 361 - Updated: 9/17/2017 - Published: 8/15/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Keep Calm and Carry On by chezchuckles reviews
3 word prompt - kate drunk london — ANONYMOUS
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 40 - Words: 29,411 - Reviews: 780 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 261 - Updated: 9/14/2017 - Published: 8/1/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Back to the Beginning by skygirl55 reviews
Castle would be the first to admit that their deep friendship was unexpected and slightly peculiar given how different their lives were. Then again, perhaps that was why their bond was as strong as it was; those two descriptors perfectly illustrated the circumstances surrounding their initial meeting. Perhaps it was the path they were destined to walk. Caskett FFYG-AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 26,246 - Reviews: 323 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 210 - Updated: 9/12/2017 - Published: 8/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Right Place, Right Time by skygirl55 reviews
Sometimes, people come together in the most incredible of ways. Caskett. Inspired by the musical "Come From Away." One-Shot
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,100 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 20 - Published: 9/11/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Miracles Take Time by skygirl55 reviews
Castle & Beckett struggle with fertility in this post-show possible AU (ignores canon epilogue) One-Shot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,253 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 32 - Published: 8/26/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Sunblock by WRTRD reviews
Set a few days after 3x17 "Countdown." After defusing a bomb, Castle resets his agenda. One shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,250 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 27 - Published: 8/21/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
fill the sky by faithsette reviews
'The woman is staring at them, frozen for a second, and while he briefly registers how stunning she is, it's the two men standing behind her with guns in their hands that really catch his attention. He suddenly wishes he had asked Eli what his mother does for a living.' AU. Entry for Castle Ficathon 2017.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 12 - Words: 43,227 - Reviews: 546 - Favs: 208 - Follows: 332 - Updated: 8/15/2017 - Published: 6/29/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fear of Falling by skygirl55 reviews
Det Rick Rodgers was handsome, sexy, funny and unquestionably Kate Beckett's favorite among her coworkers. Their two year partnership led to her calling him a friend-more so, if he was interested, but that was the problem: he seemed to be interested in every available female-except her. Caskett AU. For Castle Ficathon 2017.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 33,827 - Reviews: 344 - Favs: 155 - Follows: 229 - Updated: 8/15/2017 - Published: 7/15/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
What You Wanted by jstar1382 reviews
"What may be broken to you is beautiful to me." 4x01 AU: Sometimes you don't have to runaway to find what was meant to be… *2016 Summer Ficathon*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 11 - Words: 24,833 - Reviews: 542 - Favs: 227 - Follows: 531 - Updated: 8/15/2017 - Published: 5/22/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hiraeth by bravevulnerability reviews
"It's him," her colleague answers and it's the solemn tone of his voice, the grave quality of words that she's heard in only the most dire of circumstances, that confirms it for her before he has to say another word. "It's Castle. They found him. Alive." AU. An entry for the Castle Ficathon 2017.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 85,353 - Reviews: 1859 - Favs: 400 - Follows: 387 - Updated: 8/9/2017 - Published: 6/12/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I'm Still Here by CassandraMcCord reviews
On the swings during Watershed, Kate ends it. But when Castle gets a call from a DC hospital three months later, Kate Beckett once again turns his world upside down. *Entry for the 2015 Summer Hiatus Ficathon!*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 30 - Words: 53,496 - Reviews: 630 - Favs: 237 - Follows: 600 - Updated: 8/3/2017 - Published: 5/20/2015 - Complete
Not Your Regular Sugar Plum Fairy by chezchuckles reviews
A pledged one-shot for the Kai Dance Fundraiser. Castle post season 8 - you could even say this is a continuation of that nice family scene at the end.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,134 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 18 - Published: 7/31/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Vignettes by chezchuckles reviews
A collection of prompts received on tumblr, all consisting of only three words. (excludes the Dash related fics, which I will post separately). If a prompt had a follow-up scene, those will be posted all together in one chapter. A scene with season 8 spoilers will be noted at the beginning of the chapter.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 225 - Words: 152,060 - Reviews: 2807 - Favs: 131 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 7/27/2017 - Published: 11/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Sitting in a Tree, Backwards Part III--COMPLETE! by Bren Williams reviews
After proposing to Castle out of the blue in mid-season 3, and a sudden, whirlwind marriage, Kate must finally confront the secret she's kept from Rick for seven years. Very Alternate Universe.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 14 - Words: 62,463 - Reviews: 423 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 229 - Updated: 7/26/2017 - Published: 9/21/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
After Burn by NotYetLostFaith reviews
Rick is a fireman. His wife left him a year earlier, took his twelve year old daughter with her. Kate is a homicide detective. Young but savvy, knows what she's talking about. One day, Rick goes into a house fire and something goes very wrong and Kate and her team are called in to investigate.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 37 - Words: 43,394 - Reviews: 577 - Favs: 256 - Follows: 654 - Updated: 7/25/2017 - Published: 2/7/2014 - Rick C., Kate B.
The Courtship of Katherine Beckett by GeekMom reviews
Castle's adventurous and creative courtship of Katherine Beckett. Just like Castle, Andrew Marlowe and his band of cronies have wooed us into playing in his adventure park. Thanks for your inspirational characters and for letting me hang around the sand box. Set during season five.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 30 - Words: 146,358 - Reviews: 741 - Favs: 133 - Follows: 257 - Updated: 7/23/2017 - Published: 3/30/2014 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Keeping Secrets by madcrafter72 reviews
Written for InkyCoffee's prompt: Castle runs into Josh while Kate is at Jim's cabin. Josh assumes C & B are together because she used C's ILY as a breakup excuse. – So basically 47 seconds happens before Kate gets back from the cabin. Obviously AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,522 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 20 - Published: 7/14/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Something to Hold On To by skygirl55 reviews
What if it wasn't just Kate's life at risk? AU twist on the end of "Knockout" Caskett.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 15,461 - Reviews: 117 - Favs: 104 - Follows: 134 - Updated: 7/11/2017 - Published: 7/4/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Proof, through the night by Kate Christie reviews
Post-Knockout, Castle receives a call he can't ignore. Fourth in my 4th of July series.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,295 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 29 - Published: 7/4/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Saudade by bravevulnerability reviews
'He wants her. He wants her so much, it's naked and gleaming in his gaze, but he thinks he can't have her and she has to fix it.' Set post 4x21, 'Headhunters'. For the #CastlePornado.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,495 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 158 - Follows: 45 - Published: 7/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One Last Shot by skygirl55 reviews
"Beckett's been kidnapped." "Yeah, and we have to find her." Caskett. AU post-47-Seconds-arc. Entry into Castle Pornado weekend (2 parts; pt 1 is rated T)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,167 - Reviews: 61 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 118 - Updated: 7/2/2017 - Published: 6/29/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Nothing But The Truth by acertainzest reviews
Some of the ways they got to know each other during Beckett's suspension. Shameless smut for the #CastlePornado.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,372 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 27 - Published: 7/1/2017 - Complete
The Other Side of Broken by skygirl55 reviews
Busy single mom Kate Beckett doesn't have time for unnecessary distractions, particularly from a certain mystery writer she meets on the subway. Then again, he might just be the exact thing she's been searching for. Caskett AU. Trigger warnings inside.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 15 - Words: 47,283 - Reviews: 817 - Favs: 262 - Follows: 298 - Updated: 7/1/2017 - Published: 5/13/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Chain of Events by acertainzest reviews
A young Kate Beckett goes to a party. A young Rick Castle accepts a dare. What could possibly go wrong? An AU pre-series Caskett meeting.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,157 - Reviews: 116 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 115 - Updated: 6/30/2017 - Published: 6/27/2017 - Complete
Haiku by Liv Wilder reviews
Set during 4x01 "Rise". AU from the bookstore signing scene. One-shot. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,032 - Reviews: 124 - Favs: 112 - Follows: 38 - Published: 6/27/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Other Side of Broken - M Chapter by skygirl55 reviews
Insert for Ch 14 of "The Other Side of Broken"
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,597 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 17 - Published: 6/27/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Urgent Care by jstar1382 reviews
Third Installment in the Medical Attention Series: New York City was in a state of panic but he couldn't think about that right now, all he cared about was making sure his family was safe. S3 AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,637 - Reviews: 106 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 227 - Updated: 6/26/2017 - Published: 10/15/2016 - Rick C., Kate B.
Season Three by chezchuckles reviews
An episode by episode tag for season three. Any AU versions will be marked.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 8,756 - Reviews: 261 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 97 - Updated: 6/24/2017 - Published: 1/29/2017 - Rick C., Kate B.
august by faithsette reviews
'The kid seems to be a little charmer. He's sure his mother must be equally as enchanting.' A little meeting AU.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,652 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 46 - Published: 6/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Our Best Selves by Trinity Everett reviews
They're both muddling through life. Her days are full of politics and paperwork. His are spent surfing the web in his underwear and buying gadgets to drive his mother crazy. Could a charity auction be what Captain Kate Beckett and novelist Richard Castle need to find their way together? Or will fumbles and stubbornness keep them apart? AU. A Castle 2015 Hiatus Ficathon story.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 27 - Words: 115,080 - Reviews: 1211 - Favs: 413 - Follows: 809 - Updated: 6/17/2017 - Published: 6/17/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Miss your Smile by madcrafter72 reviews
An AU take on the end of season 5 and the start of season 6, inspired by a song on high rotation at my local radio station. One Shot, Complete.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,732 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 12 - Published: 6/13/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One Night in Ithaca by skygirl55 reviews
An AU ending twist for Cops & Robbers. Caskett. One-Shot
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,299 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 33 - Published: 6/8/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Phosphenes by bravevulnerability reviews
"That was amazing. The way you kissed me." An AU moment for 3x13, 'Knockdown'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,564 - Reviews: 95 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 73 - Published: 6/6/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
No TiMERs in Vegas by madcrafter72 reviews
Inspired by Skygirl55's series based on the movie Timer. One-shot AU from The Limey. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,130 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 11 - Published: 6/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Say You Remember by bravevulnerability reviews
"Beckett," Castle calls, dropping his forehead against the door's frame while his arm remains upright, mechanically slamming his fist into the surface of the door. "Why aren't you answering?" Ah, definitely drunk then.' A season 4 AU set between 4x21, 'Headhunters', and 4x22, 'Undead Again'. For AC.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,221 - Reviews: 93 - Favs: 173 - Follows: 58 - Published: 6/1/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
face cards by faithsette reviews
"'If you go in there, you die,' Castle counters, inching closer. His entire body is buzzing. 'You killed his brother, Beckett, what do you think he wants you for? A talk'" A Cops & Robbers AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,973 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 31 - Published: 5/30/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
acaronar by bravevulnerability reviews
'Someone had kidnapped them. Handcuffed them together in what appeared to be a basement, the longer he studied their surroundings, and left them here with no apparent way out. All while Beckett was in the midst of a cold that suddenly sounds and feels far worse than it had this morning.' An AU take on 4x10, 'Cuffed'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,626 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 97 - Follows: 42 - Published: 5/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
No One But You by bravevulnerability reviews
"The question is this: when you come right down to it, would you be willing to break her out of prison? Because that, my boy, is true love." AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,916 - Reviews: 77 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 62 - Published: 5/15/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
resist by chezchuckles reviews
for the #castle28 project started on the castleficmentors tumblr. Prompt: "I can't believe you did this! I didn't ask you to do any of this!" My take turned to something that's a Handmaid's Tale meets McCarthyism era blacklisting.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,941 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 75 - Updated: 5/14/2017 - Published: 2/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B.
Slip Into Your Skin by bravevulnerability reviews
"The closest I came to taking an art class was posing for one, as a model." Set early season 4. Inspired by 4x05, 'Eye of the Beholder'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,943 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 50 - Published: 5/7/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Point of No Return by skygirl55 reviews
"You'll never be alone—not if you don't want to be." Caskett. Insert for 4x01 "Rise" goes AU from there.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,911 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 96 - Follows: 144 - Published: 5/2/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Trading Heartbeats by bravevulnerability reviews
"Detective Castle, this is Katherine Beckett, famous mystery novelist with 26 bestsellers to date, perhaps 27 soon if this all works out. And your shadow for the foreseeable future." AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 21 - Words: 57,509 - Reviews: 1167 - Favs: 356 - Follows: 389 - Updated: 4/28/2017 - Published: 3/13/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
What Makes You Stronger by skygirl55 reviews
For Detective Kate Beckett, getting to know her barista, Rick, better may end up being more than she bargained for. Caskett AU. Trigger warnings inside.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 36,592 - Reviews: 423 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 203 - Updated: 4/27/2017 - Published: 3/26/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
You Must Remember This by WRTRD reviews
In 4x21, "Headhunters," Castle and Beckett are compelled to do something they're loath to. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 18,824 - Reviews: 376 - Favs: 138 - Follows: 221 - Updated: 4/24/2017 - Published: 3/25/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Can't Go Back Now by Oliviet reviews
"She can't stop thinking about it. About him. The feel of his lips pressed against hers as his hands tangled in her hair. The feeling of him pressed against her, taking every ounce of her strength not to roll her hips into his." Season 3 AU where Castle and Beckett get together before she's shot and they spend the summer together at the cabin. Summer Ficathon 2016.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 24,628 - Reviews: 343 - Favs: 203 - Follows: 557 - Updated: 4/20/2017 - Published: 5/21/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Less by bravevulnerability reviews
"For once, she wants less of it all. Less boundaries, less space, less secrets. A lot less waiting." Set post 4x10, 'Cuffed'. One shot. For Maddy.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,350 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 125 - Follows: 52 - Published: 4/16/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
of kittens and conversation by faithsette reviews
'It's only when she gets to her building and is striding through the lobby that she realizes she's holding a kitten. She just picked up a kitten and brought it home. What is she doing'
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,216 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 11 - Published: 4/16/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Consulate Ball by madcrafter72 reviews
Kate Beckett only has one full length evening dress. And Richard Castle bought it for her. AU Insert for The Limey. I blame my husband for this one. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,784 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 11 - Published: 4/11/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Every Bit by bravevulnerability reviews
'He may not have every muscle chiseled and sharp, may not meet his own standards, but she adored his body, every inch of him, and she wants him to know.' Post 5x01.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,569 - Reviews: 61 - Favs: 128 - Follows: 42 - Published: 4/9/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Leap Before You Look by acertainzest reviews
TFLN prompt: "Just calling to thank you for not dying. I love you." An alternate ending for 4x21 "Headhunters."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,276 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 31 - Published: 3/27/2017 - Complete
Letters to Richard by soprano193 reviews
In a memory box, on a shelf in their closet, Kate keeps a stack of sealed letters. What Castle doesn't know, is that they were all written for him.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 3,118 - Reviews: 61 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 3/25/2017 - Published: 2/7/2017
The Heart Wants What it Wants by skygirl55 reviews
For Kate Beckett and Richard Castle being together is impossible...or is it? [AU Future World / Companion to "The Illusion of Perfect"] 3 Parts.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 14,267 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 75 - Updated: 3/25/2017 - Published: 3/18/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Bring Her Back by WRTRD reviews
What happens in the ambulance, and the first few days in the hospital, after Beckett is shot at Montgomery's funeral. AU end of S3, beginning of S4. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 21,794 - Reviews: 480 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 219 - Updated: 3/21/2017 - Published: 3/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Draw Your Swords by bravevulnerability reviews
'She's in the middle of seducing Nigel Wyndham with her words, earning his interest with ease, and he's about to give up that champagne glass he'd been nursing with his prints all over it, when a hand touches her waist, a throat clears. "May I cut in?"' An AU insert for 4x20, 'The Limey'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,720 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 152 - Follows: 51 - Published: 3/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Continuing the Story by skygirl55 reviews
Of course Castle could interact with Ryan and Esposito if he had to. Beckett, on the other hand, he was surprised to see as he had not received so much as a text message from her since the day he walked out of the precinct—not that the minded; it was easier that way. [Caskett What if - Prompt inside] Oneshot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,872 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 37 - Published: 3/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Redux by skygirl55 reviews
What if Kate was never shot at Montgomery's Funeral? 3x24 & S4 AU
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 8 - Words: 14,873 - Reviews: 188 - Favs: 100 - Follows: 177 - Updated: 3/16/2017 - Published: 3/9/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Nothing Like The Real Thing by acertainzest reviews
Maybe she shouldn't have been so hasty in turning down the dinner and debriefing. Was it too late to change her mind? A silly little FFYG insert for your entertainment.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,738 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 20 - Published: 3/16/2017 - Complete
Two out of Three by madcrafter72 reviews
Richard Castle never returned to the precinct after Headhunters. Inspired by prolonged exposure to my favourite writer, and a Meatloaf song. Definitely a one shot. I am sorry.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 522 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/16/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Josh D.
the little things by faithsette reviews
"She's so busy trying to blink back tears, trying to avoid the look her daughter'd given her as she was wheeled away, that she doesn't notice anyone else sit down in the waiting area, not until there's a small murmur of 'excuse me' and she turns to find a man sitting beside her, a small packet of tissues in his extended hand." AU meeting.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 27,195 - Reviews: 290 - Favs: 168 - Follows: 283 - Updated: 3/11/2017 - Published: 1/11/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Illusion of Perfect by skygirl55 reviews
Despite having completely different backgrounds and life experiences, writer Richard Castle and his detective partner Kate Beckett have always made their professional relationship work, but a dramatic event could finally be the catalyst for more. Caskett semi-AU w futuristic setting.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 23,185 - Reviews: 217 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 138 - Updated: 3/11/2017 - Published: 2/20/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Overheard by madcrafter72 reviews
Kate overhears something that changes everything. Post The Limey. Written for Castle Fanfic Monday. Cover art by the delightful Angie @dtrekker. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 17,741 - Reviews: 277 - Favs: 148 - Follows: 336 - Updated: 3/8/2017 - Published: 10/17/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
with kindness by faithsette reviews
'The messages come daily, sometimes motivational messages to start off her morning, other times mid-day pick me ups. They vary in type: sweet reminders, funny animal photos to make her laugh, small messages of inspiration. Sometimes, she even replies.' AU meeting prompt fill.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,256 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 95 - Follows: 40 - Published: 3/5/2017 - Kate B. - Complete
In Between by WRTRD reviews
Trouble on the home front, set early in Season 5. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 23,549 - Reviews: 427 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 198 - Updated: 3/1/2017 - Published: 1/23/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Killing Me To Love You by bravevulnerability reviews
'It took every ounce of restraint he possessed not to follow. Until he just couldn't stay away any longer.' An alternative route for 4x09, Kill Shot. For the #castle28 project on the castleficmentors' blog on tumblr. Prompt: "I can't believe you did this! I didn't ask for any of this!"
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,123 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 115 - Follows: 50 - Published: 2/28/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
cold lasagna by coldcoffeestains reviews
'She never thought she'd like it but she's kind of dreading the day she has to move out.' Post 2x18 'Boom' one shot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,501 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 19 - Published: 2/27/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Missed Reservations by stanaxbanana reviews
Set after 1x01, 'Flowers For Your Grave'. What if Beckett had accepted Castle's offer of dinner? M-rated one shot.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,963 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 38 - Published: 2/25/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
tuqburni by bravevulnerability reviews
'Life hasn't exactly been going well for him throughout the last three years, but he hadn't expected dying lost, alone, and in the middle of New York's worst blizzard in decades, to be his fate.' An AU twist on season 8 that picks up from the end of 8x07, 'The Last Seduction'. Two shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,501 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 125 - Follows: 118 - Updated: 2/23/2017 - Published: 2/21/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Account For Murder (A Castle S9 Episode) by jstar1382 reviews
Castle tries to work some magic to give Beckett the Valentine's Day she deserves. Meanwhile, a case of a slain accountant sparks a realization with Kate about her recent behavior. *Episode 11 of Castle S9 cross posted on my account for my own sanity*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,605 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 11 - Published: 2/21/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Peace Will Come by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"The world is bright. His eyes are closed, but the world is bright, shining through closed lids in swirls of pastels, of smoke twining with itself, waves of different shades lapping at each other, mixing into new shades, maintain the view's beauty. It has him almost not wanting to open them. To risk seeing what comes next." Post-finale fic. For Rachel.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,036 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 14 - Published: 2/21/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
A Different Kind of Magic by skygirl55 reviews
A magical AU twist on Season 3's Set Up/Count Down. 3-parter. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 10,409 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 102 - Updated: 2/18/2017 - Published: 2/11/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Be Mine by bravevulnerability reviews
"You want to be my valentine, Beckett?" A post 2x18 AU for Valentine's Day.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,032 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 39 - Published: 2/14/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Bloom Softly by bravevulnerability reviews
'He may have fallen in love with the city of Florence at first sight, but he thinks he fell in love with Kate Beckett even quicker.' AU. Loosely inspired by the film, 'Lost in Florence'. Two shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,514 - Reviews: 111 - Favs: 133 - Follows: 149 - Updated: 2/3/2017 - Published: 2/1/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Venus by skygirl55 reviews
Richard Castle hated soulmates. Not his soul mate—he did not know who she was or if she even existed—but the basic concept of soulmates. And that was saying something because, in general, Richard Castle was not a man who hated much. [Caskett Soulmate AU]
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,711 - Reviews: 71 - Favs: 95 - Follows: 100 - Updated: 1/28/2017 - Published: 1/25/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Exertion by bravevulnerability reviews
'Castle narrows his gaze on her, risks a brave step closer. "Beckett, were you really doing yoga when I got here?"' An insert for 4x02, 'Heroes and Villains'.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,477 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 116 - Follows: 51 - Published: 1/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Around the Block by WRTRD reviews
Set in the summer between S2 and S3. Castle has broken up with Gina. Suffering from a terrible case of writer's block, he comes back to Manhattan to try to shake himself out of it. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 18,643 - Reviews: 412 - Favs: 143 - Follows: 213 - Updated: 1/19/2017 - Published: 12/30/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Life We Built by skygirl55 reviews
Kate Beckett never expected to find herself nineteen, pregnant, and motherless, but that was the hand life dealt her and she was dealing with it the best she could. She had finally decided to give her baby up for adoption when the baby's father showed up and complicated things. Richard Castle had a tendency to do that. (Caskett AU)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 21 - Words: 81,294 - Reviews: 802 - Favs: 311 - Follows: 487 - Updated: 1/19/2017 - Published: 10/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
holes in my soul by bravevulnerability reviews
"You're right. It's probably lucky you don't remember. I just didn't think you'd choose to forget me." Insert for 4x01, 'Rise'. Inspired by the recently released episode script.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,640 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 49 - Published: 1/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Holidays in Your Heart by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"The baby is already kicking, awoken by her stillness after having let her sleep through the night, and it intensifies everything, the reminder of how far they've come, that life grows within her even though she almost lost her own less than two years ago." Castle brings the Christmas season to Beckett while she's on bed rest. A Pulse Sequel.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 25 - Words: 80,662 - Reviews: 464 - Favs: 97 - Follows: 179 - Updated: 1/17/2017 - Published: 12/1/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Pas de Deux by bravevulnerability reviews
'His daughter is hopelessly smitten with her dance teacher, already attached, and she isn't the only one.' After enrolling Alexis in dance classes, Castle meets her talented instructor, Kate Beckett. AU. Three shot. For Alex.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 3 - Words: 14,697 - Reviews: 187 - Favs: 247 - Follows: 191 - Updated: 1/15/2017 - Published: 1/11/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
and now we welcome by airbefore reviews
A little bit of season four holiday fluff. One shot, complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,932 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 22 - Published: 1/3/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Anew by bravevulnerability reviews
'It shouldn't feel like he had abandoned her. She hadn't even wanted him around to begin with.' A post 2x05 AU for New Year's.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,349 - Reviews: 85 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 56 - Published: 12/31/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
In Your Dreams by WRTRD reviews
There's a whole lot of dreaming going on, but no one's admitting it. Set in S2. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 10 - Words: 21,667 - Reviews: 419 - Favs: 96 - Follows: 163 - Updated: 12/28/2016 - Published: 11/7/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
From Ashes to Snow by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"It's stupid, how he has her wishing she could enjoy Christmas, that it wasn't tainted with grief, has her imagining that she could enjoy it, if only he was at her side." Season 2 Christmas AU. For Cathey.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,877 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 25 - Published: 12/26/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Spirits by chezchuckles reviews
A Castle Christmas story, advent style. This is set in the Juice Cups and Coffee Mugs universe, where last we left them, Kate was about to give birth. This story takes place eleven months later, on December first of that year.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 25 - Words: 52,403 - Reviews: 519 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 116 - Updated: 12/25/2016 - Published: 12/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
simple requests by faithsette reviews
"'It's peaceful. The ocean, the snow. The blend of the two polar opposites. There's something serene about it.'" AU holiday meeting.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,275 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 40 - Published: 12/25/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
To Face Unafraid by acertainzest reviews
(Season 4) It's almost Christmas, and things had been going pretty well between Castle and Beckett. But now a new complication has developed...
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,205 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 90 - Updated: 12/24/2016 - Published: 12/23/2016 - Complete
A Single Dream Come True by seilleanmor reviews
A story for advent with a new chapter posted every day. Each chapter is one year later than the previous, from 2016 through to 2040. My interpretation of the canon future we were shown. Merry Christmas!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 24 - Words: 53,913 - Reviews: 652 - Favs: 115 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 12/24/2016 - Published: 12/1/2016 - Complete
State of Grace by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate Beckett is simultaneously a mom and a homicide detective, in no way does she have time for a relationship, let alone with someone like Castle and definitely not now, during the hectic holiday season. Even if he could apparently make her daughter smile easier than anyone else has in a long time.' An AU story for Christmas.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 13 - Words: 36,400 - Reviews: 662 - Favs: 395 - Follows: 373 - Updated: 12/24/2016 - Published: 12/13/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Merry Molting Christmas by WRTRD reviews
Castle has an unusual midnight visitor. One-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,240 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 12 - Published: 12/24/2016 - Rick C., OC - Complete
The Night That Changed Everything by Liv Wilder reviews
One-shot. Post-1x05: "A Chill Goes Through Her Veins". Kate tells Castle all about the night her mother died and how her life changed in the aftermath. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,938 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 15 - Published: 12/21/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Christmas Project by skygirl55 reviews
Officer Kate Beckett is just trying to make her way through the holiday season with as little yuletide interaction as possible, but the more frequently she runs into a Santa Claus named Rick, the more he might be succeeding in warming her up to the season generally known as her least favorite. Caskett pre-series AU meet.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 23,494 - Reviews: 245 - Favs: 102 - Follows: 143 - Updated: 12/19/2016 - Published: 12/10/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
On The Nose by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"She ignores the churn of nausea in her stomach at the scent of her familiar morning brew, swallows it back as she reaches for the cup. Intent on not letting him know of the uncertainty swirling in her head, the queasiness twisting in her gut." A season 2 AU. For Lou.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,517 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 118 - Follows: 51 - Published: 12/14/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Wake Me Up by acertainzest reviews
After Beckett returns from California (To Love And Die In L.A.), Josh finds her asleep with Royce's letter in her hand. A birthday fic for Lou, based on a prompt she gave me ages ago!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,020 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 33 - Published: 12/14/2016 - Complete
A Limey for Lou by madcrafter72 reviews
This was written as a birthday gift for the Prompt Overlord, from her prompt - Kate gets very drunk after Colin Hunt leaves and shows up at Castle's door. Happy Birthday Lou, hope you like it! One shot, complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,155 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 19 - Published: 12/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fall to Pieces by skygirl55 reviews
Collapsing down against her calves, Kate's neck hung forward and her shoulders hunched as sobs began resonating in her diaphragm. In less than one minute her entire future had been erased—evaporated and disappeared as if it never existed. Angsty AU Ending to Cops & Robbers (4x07)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 11 - Words: 31,592 - Reviews: 346 - Favs: 177 - Follows: 287 - Updated: 12/14/2016 - Published: 11/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
No Such Thing As Coincidence by Liv Wilder reviews
"She can't get the image out of her head: the way Castle had looked at her when she walked across the bullpen earlier tonight wearing that strapless black gown." Set during "The Limey."
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,885 - Reviews: 134 - Favs: 131 - Follows: 151 - Updated: 12/7/2016 - Published: 12/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Enjoy the Silence by leuska reviews
"The call comes at nine in the evening. They've had nothing, literally nothing, not a single, solitary lead, and then suddenly, everything moves so fast, it makes her head spin." Spoilers for the - gasp - 6x23 finale. Enjoy. Chapter 35.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 35 - Words: 130,887 - Reviews: 1473 - Favs: 274 - Follows: 593 - Updated: 11/29/2016 - Published: 8/21/2014 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R.
Retrouvailles by bravevulnerability reviews
'It's been over a year since he last saw her and after all this time, of all places, he's literally bumped into her in the middle of Paris.' A post 3x24, Knockout, AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 24 - Words: 51,212 - Reviews: 1280 - Favs: 328 - Follows: 465 - Updated: 11/25/2016 - Published: 10/3/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Homemade by bravevulnerability reviews
'The pressure of all that still needs to be done swirling through his mind is almost enough to distract him from the smell of burning that wafts through the air, the thin haze of smoke floating from the kitchen.' Thanksgiving dinner preparation for the Castles doesn't go exactly as planned. One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,380 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 93 - Follows: 28 - Published: 11/24/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Message For My Lover by Liv Wilder reviews
Set during 4x19: "47 Seconds." Goes AU after Castle overhears Beckett tell Bobby Lopez, "I was shot in the chest and I remember every second of it."
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 12,191 - Reviews: 209 - Favs: 147 - Follows: 232 - Updated: 11/22/2016 - Published: 10/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Is There Somewhere by bravevulnerability reviews
"You may not care, but I'm not losing you again," he states under his breath, his eyes a thunderous shade of blue burning bright in the darkness of night all around them. "Definitely not like this." A Castle Halloween Bash 2016 entry. Set during 4x22, 'Undead Again'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 11,311 - Reviews: 141 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 156 - Updated: 11/20/2016 - Published: 10/25/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Happy Hour by acertainzest reviews
In the wee hours of the morning, Castle texts Beckett with an unusual request. A piece of improbable mid-Season-3 silliness, based on two TFLN posts.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,173 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 36 - Published: 11/8/2016 - Complete
Elephantastic by bravevulnerability reviews
'It's a plush elephant, sinfully soft and grey, long floppy ears and velvety feet, soulful black eyes and a curved, downy trunk. And she doesn't even have to guess to know it was him. That Castle sent her this.' Set immediately after the summer that followed Beckett's shooting in 3x24, 'Knockout'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,485 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 41 - Published: 11/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Running In Circles by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"Until the words that tumble into the weighted silence between them ring familiar in his ears, an echo of something hopeful, a reminder of a moment that was far less complicated by emotions, by love and pain and heartbreak and the mixture of so much more. 'Well, it doesn't have to be. We could go to dinner. Debrief each other.'" A 4x22 AU, for CastleFanficMonday.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,290 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 22 - Published: 11/8/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Sempiternal by bravevulnerability reviews
'There are only two options: let her die, peacefully, naturally, like a human should, or save her life by damning her at the same time. ' A Castle Halloween Bash 2016 entry. Three shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Supernatural - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,772 - Reviews: 138 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 140 - Updated: 10/31/2016 - Published: 10/27/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Power Play by chezchuckles reviews
a co-authored fic by jstar1382 and chezchuckles. takes place after 'Always Buy Retail.'
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 7,183 - Reviews: 208 - Favs: 142 - Follows: 197 - Updated: 10/31/2016 - Published: 10/22/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Embark upon the Great Crusade by devildog3479 reviews
Set in lead up to D-Day. Lieutenant Richard Castle arrives in England to take charge of a platoon of infantry in the 12th Regiment of the 4th Infantry Division. While training for the invasion, he meets Lieutenant Kate Beckett, an army nurse and a relationship blossoms. Can their love survive the most destructive war in history as battles wage across Europe.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 145,045 - Reviews: 169 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 91 - Updated: 10/30/2016 - Published: 2/29/2016
Underneath by Kate Christie reviews
"Blinking long and slow, she turns, puts her profile to the ornate brass mirror. A thin, white line pulls at her skin, fainter now, but still tight. Still angry." A season four Castle AU made up of brief episode additions. Complete. Late Castle Halloween Bash 2016 Entry. :)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 4,718 - Reviews: 208 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 171 - Updated: 10/30/2016 - Published: 10/25/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Creature Fear by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate casts her gaze to the evening sky, momentarily ponders how she ended up here with a supposedly unlucky cat and a ludicrous writer both accompanying her home on Halloween night.' A Castle Halloween Bash 2016 entry. Set in season 3.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,106 - Reviews: 76 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 40 - Published: 10/23/2016 - Complete
Murphy's Law by skygirl55 reviews
The last person Kate Beckett expects to bump into in an airport is Richard Castle and of course he's on her flight, too. AU After Season 1.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 8 - Words: 30,387 - Reviews: 293 - Favs: 162 - Follows: 297 - Updated: 10/22/2016 - Published: 9/24/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I'm Gonna Kill You, Castle by WRTRD reviews
Beckett is not happy about page 105, and she lets Castle know. In very certain terms. Set after S2x04 "Fool Me Once." Two-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,298 - Reviews: 107 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 113 - Updated: 10/17/2016 - Published: 10/16/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Closed Lips, Open Heart by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"Walking into the precinct, her precinct, was a risk. Held far too much potential for pain even after he'd managed to worm his way into her last case. Had managed to remind himself of his heartbreak when he'd left the precinct without her by his side, fallen asleep with a cold pillow that still smelled of her right next to him." Season 8 AU, set post 8x03. For CastleFanficMonday.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,134 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 21 - Published: 10/17/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
It's For You, Castle by WRTRD reviews
Beckett is suddenly writing letters, and so is Castle. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 25,102 - Reviews: 446 - Favs: 146 - Follows: 130 - Updated: 10/13/2016 - Published: 3/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
California Dreams by madcrafter72 reviews
The return flight from LA to New York does not go as planned. An AU for To Live and Die in LA episode 3x22. A prompt fill for the Prompt Overlord, written for Castle Fanfic Monday. Thanks Lou!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 9,785 - Reviews: 93 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 219 - Updated: 10/12/2016 - Published: 8/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
595 Broome St by ColieMacKenzie reviews
The moment they met, their lives became extraordinary. They just didn't know it yet. A pre-series meeting AU. Entry for the Castle Summer Hiatus 2015 Ficathon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 21,922 - Reviews: 402 - Favs: 231 - Follows: 583 - Updated: 10/11/2016 - Published: 5/18/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Alexis C.
Living in the Spring Time by seilleanmor reviews
A sequel to Living is Easy and Living Out in the Snow. Castle, Beckett, and the kids at the cabin. My Castle Summer Hiatus 2016 Ficathon entry. As always, this is intended to fit with canon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 14 - Words: 74,887 - Reviews: 559 - Favs: 139 - Follows: 264 - Updated: 10/11/2016 - Published: 5/24/2016
somewhere after midnight by faithsette reviews
A kiss a day while daddy's away. Soldier Castle AU.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,020 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 26 - Published: 10/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
All the Things You Are by WRTRD reviews
Beckett's all alone in Manhattan, and Castle's in the Hamptons with Gina. Now what? All hell's about to break loose, that's what. Set in the summer between S2 and S3. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 49,251 - Reviews: 856 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 313 - Updated: 10/6/2016 - Published: 8/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R. - Complete
Handprints on my Soul by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"Kate is sitting on the floor between the kitchen and the living room, legs crossed and purple tee hanging loosely off her shoulders, her hair pulled up into an adorable messy bun. Lily sits on her lap, chestnut pigtails poking out from either side of her head, her waving hands covered in blue paint." Follow-up to Handprints on my Heart. For Ally.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,231 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 26 - Published: 10/3/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Calls Me Home by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate glances up from her place on the porch to the sight of Richard Castle approaching, concern drawing his brow into a furrow, but his eyes still light up at the sight of her, bright blue and shimmering. An unexpectedly welcome sight to her sore heart.' A 'Sister Cities' inspired AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,168 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 96 - Follows: 57 - Published: 9/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Labor of Love by Liv Wilder reviews
4x01 AU. "Don't look!" Just to hiss out these words, the effort left her breathless and rigid with pain. Castle eased the door shut behind him as quietly as he could. The soles of his shoes squeaked on the shiny floor and he cringed at the screech of sound. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,117 - Reviews: 93 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 44 - Published: 9/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
My Sunny Valentine by Liv Wilder reviews
AU post-3x15 "The Final Nail." Takes place after Kate goes for a drink with Castle before her dinner with Josh on Valentine's Day.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 5 - Words: 16,577 - Reviews: 407 - Favs: 201 - Follows: 294 - Updated: 9/27/2016 - Published: 8/31/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Here's to Many More by skygirl55 reviews
Castle & Beckett reflect back on their lives together on their 10th wedding anniversary. Prompt fill for the GoodLuckStana fundraiser.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,974 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 21 - Published: 9/25/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Finding the Forest by acertainzest reviews
AU: Rick Castle goes on a writing retreat and meets a mysterious stranger.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 7 - Words: 32,400 - Reviews: 272 - Favs: 182 - Follows: 232 - Updated: 9/23/2016 - Published: 9/9/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Booty Call by acertainzest reviews
Castle receives an unexpected visitor. Set during the Season 8 "fake separation" arc. Unrepentant PWP.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,688 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 25 - Published: 9/22/2016 - Complete
Never Wonder by bravevulnerability reviews
'Of course her husband had told their daughter stories that involved turning a man who had hit on her into a bad guy. Of course.' Castle, Beckett, and their children have a run-in with a former acquaintance. Prompt fill for the #GoodLuckStana fundraiser. Cover art provided by the immensely talented E (random-ship).
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,376 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 132 - Follows: 37 - Published: 9/22/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Sitting in a Tree, Backwards, Part I by Bren Williams reviews
Ever wonder what might have happened if Beckett had dumped Josh & proposed to Castle out of nowhere? Ever wonder what Andrew Marlowe meant in the summer 2011 when he stated, "There are things in Beckett's life she's not ready to share with Castle..." This story has it all: romance, humor, angst, AND a twist.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 18 - Words: 37,301 - Reviews: 630 - Favs: 263 - Follows: 684 - Updated: 9/21/2016 - Published: 1/23/2011 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Sitting In a Tree, Backwards, Part II by Bren Williams reviews
It's Castle and Beckett's wedding night and things have not gone according to plan. Chapter 1, picks up soon after Part one ends. Rated M for steamy love scenes.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,623 - Reviews: 65 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 105 - Updated: 9/21/2016 - Published: 2/13/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Nightcap by jstar1382 reviews
Rough case. Long day. It's just a little nightcap among friends. Mid S4 AU. Prompt fill for the #GoodLuckStana prompt challenge. Cover art by the talented E (random-ship)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,286 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 25 - Published: 9/21/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Compromised by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate Beckett may have slid beneath his skin, threaded herself through his veins and leaked into his bloodstream, but maybe it was a good thing, for now, for the sake of the mission. He'd have her out of his system by the time it was all over with.' A roughly season 8 inspired AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 20 - Words: 69,790 - Reviews: 795 - Favs: 218 - Follows: 286 - Updated: 9/21/2016 - Published: 8/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Launched by chezchuckles reviews
Prompt fill as a thank you for the GoodLuckStana charity drive. Castle and Beckett at a season four book launch party. Cover art graciously provided by E (random-ship)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,635 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 47 - Published: 9/20/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Juice Cups and Coffee Mugs by chezchuckles reviews
Three of three in The Last Battle trilogy. Beckett and Castle return to New York City to resume a life interrupted. A post finale fic.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 25,554 - Reviews: 324 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 174 - Updated: 9/19/2016 - Published: 8/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
to come home by faithsette reviews
'He expects the smile, is overjoyed to see it, but what he doesn't expect is for her to close the gap between them, to practically throw her arms around him and hold on.' Military Castle prompt fill.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,490 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 43 - Published: 9/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
no surprise more magical by airbefore reviews
A 'What if...' for Need to Know - what if Beckett had been able to surprise Castle away from the precinct? *One shot, Complete*
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,699 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 22 - Published: 9/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Shadow of Doubt by skygirl55 reviews
If Kate Beckett was ever sure of one thing, it was that never in a hundred lifetimes would she ever have expected this. (An AU version of Probable Cause)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 10,135 - Reviews: 105 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 173 - Updated: 9/17/2016 - Published: 9/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Accept No Substitutes by jstar1382 reviews
a co-authored fic with chezchuckles. An AU version of the Nikki Heat episode. "How could he ever settle for a generic substitute when the original graced him with her presence every day?"
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 5 - Words: 7,549 - Reviews: 156 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 147 - Updated: 9/7/2016 - Published: 9/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Soldier On by EllaNight reviews
Prompt: "Castle is a soldier and after 3 years of being apart he comes home. Of course, Beckett doesn't know about it and he surprises her at the precinct." AU Caskett reunion.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,557 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 137 - Follows: 177 - Updated: 9/5/2016 - Published: 8/20/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
heavy by faithsette reviews
"The memories play in slow motion and she watches on as if she's a viewer, not a participant, as if it's someone else and not her at all." Trigger warning: rape.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,502 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 24 - Published: 9/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
It's Late by RedGrayBall reviews
Castle and Beckett have been working late on a case at her apartment, and she finds he's fallen asleep on the couch. She also realises she doesn't know why they're still waiting.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,237 - Reviews: 61 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 51 - Published: 9/2/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
A Light in the Dark by skygirl55 reviews
Finding another living, breathing human being in the post-apocalyptic world was not just difficult, but impossible. Kate Beckett never expected to find anyone, let alone Richard Castle. After saving him from certain death, they form an alliance, which soon leads to the realization from both of them that they finally found a reason to keep living. Caskett AU/ZombieApocolypse
Castle - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 69,054 - Reviews: 469 - Favs: 161 - Follows: 218 - Updated: 8/31/2016 - Published: 7/9/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Celebratory by bravevulnerability reviews
'Her body still hums with a kinetic energy, an electricity that begs to surge, be released, but this case has her dignity at stake, thanks to the man peeking over her shoulder between calming breaths. They can't afford to lose and perhaps, if they win, then maybe they really can find a creative way to celebrate.' AU episode insert for 2x02, 'The Double Down'. Three shot. For Alex.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 8,103 - Reviews: 129 - Favs: 146 - Follows: 164 - Updated: 8/27/2016 - Published: 8/23/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Inherited Traits III by chezchuckles reviews
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage. -Anais Nin. Castle and Beckett have their first date. Set early season four. Might need to read the first two in this series.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,388 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 114 - Follows: 120 - Updated: 8/26/2016 - Published: 8/13/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Handprints on my Heart by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"A huge sheet of paper rolled out across the floor, smudges of various colors of paint on the hardwood and their messy little girl, betray exactly what they were up to." A post-finale fic.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,691 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 44 - Published: 8/26/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Always The Bridesmaid by Liv Wilder reviews
Set during 4x11: "Till Death Do Us Part" Jenny is in need of an extra bridesmaid. Three-shot.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 9,439 - Reviews: 218 - Favs: 120 - Follows: 194 - Updated: 8/25/2016 - Published: 8/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
just common by airbefore reviews
They've been together almost two years before she tells him. *One shot. Complete*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,284 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 20 - Published: 8/22/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Kiss Is Just a Kiss by Meg Moore reviews
'We're just friends.' 'Friends who kiss.' Kate tells herself it will never happen again, but she couldn't be more wrong. A late season two AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,837 - Reviews: 85 - Favs: 123 - Follows: 42 - Published: 8/21/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Impossible to Refuse by Trinity Everett reviews
When Rick Castle agrees to a meeting with the head of one of New York's more efficient crime families, he has no idea what he's getting into, or how it's going to change his life. A 2016 Castle Hiatus Mini-Ficathon story. Meeting AU. Job AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 31,963 - Reviews: 410 - Favs: 195 - Follows: 257 - Updated: 8/20/2016 - Published: 7/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Undercover by Liv Wilder reviews
AU set early Season 4. "Where's Beckett?" A dark head appears over the top of a computer screen. "Yo! Can't say, bro." Esposito taps the side of his nose. "Top Secret." "Yeah, need to know," Ryan chips in, grinning at the immediate look of frustration and indignation that pops up on Castle's face when Kevin backs up his partner, refusing to help. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,848 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 31 - Published: 8/18/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Diving In by skygirl55 reviews
Rick & Kate as Olympic athletes. Caskett AU. Inspired by all the proposals at the Rio Olympics. One Shot.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,228 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 31 - Published: 8/16/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
a small glimpse by faithsette reviews
'She's fairly certain she's no one's mother. Surely she'd remember that. How many glasses of wine did she have last night? She'd needed a drink after their case, after the non-hickeys on both her and Castle's necks caused quite the commotion in the bullpen. One? Two maybe? Three tops.' Time travel fill. Two shot.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,236 - Reviews: 135 - Favs: 135 - Follows: 195 - Updated: 8/14/2016 - Published: 8/10/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Season Two by chezchuckles reviews
An episode-by-episode response to season two of Castle. Follows Season One but it is not necessary to have read it.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 17,012 - Reviews: 467 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 116 - Updated: 8/9/2016 - Published: 6/7/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Build Your Wings On The Way Down by acertainzest reviews
What if the events of "The Squab And The Quail" took place earlier in the Caskett relationship? And what if they actually *talked* about their feelings and stuff?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,608 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 31 - Published: 8/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Plot Twist by skygirl55 reviews
What if Castle & Beckett were given custody of Ryan & Jenny's little girl after their untimely death? Inspired by the movie Life as we Know it. Set mid-season 3, pre Knockdown.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 15,204 - Reviews: 145 - Favs: 139 - Follows: 227 - Updated: 8/4/2016 - Published: 7/17/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Accrual World - A Castle Tax Fic by jstar1382 reviews
This is the summary. "I suck at summaries" #TaxFic2K16 Only thing to blame is the CastleFicStreamCon. Collaboration between griever11 and jstar1382
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,567 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 16 - Published: 8/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Text and Subtext by WRTRD reviews
A heavily medicated Beckett, recovering from her shooting at her father's cabin, starts texting. Set in the summer after 3x24 "Knockout." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 27 - Words: 63,304 - Reviews: 1351 - Favs: 292 - Follows: 476 - Updated: 8/3/2016 - Published: 5/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Great Story by chezchuckles reviews
A continuation of 'The Last Battle'. Beckett and Castle, after surviving the season finale, must work to create the home they dream of. Two of three.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 25,757 - Reviews: 331 - Favs: 128 - Follows: 224 - Updated: 8/1/2016 - Published: 7/2/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Figé Dans Le Temps by bravevulnerability reviews
'It's his first signing abroad since… since she made a mess of things and spent months with him at her side, carefully putting all the pieces back together and earning the forgiveness she sought, the trust she shook.' A post season 8 AU. Inspired by photo prompts sent to me on tumblr.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,211 - Reviews: 116 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 142 - Updated: 8/1/2016 - Published: 7/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Serenade by bravevulnerability reviews
'Castle is a fan of gestures, especially those that tend to be grand, and she fully intends to give him one tonight. Not if he fails to show up, though.' A late season 4 one shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,395 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 99 - Follows: 36 - Published: 7/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Breathing Space by Liv Wilder reviews
A "What if" set after the Season 2 finale. What if Kate had gone ahead with her initial plan to go the Hamptons with Demming after she watched Castle leave for the Hamptons with Gina? How might that scenario play out? COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,096 - Reviews: 94 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 32 - Published: 7/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
It Takes Three by lostinthewords reviews
Sequel to It Takes Two. Highly recommend reading that first. Mark is out of jail and with living with Castle and Beckett. Will Kate be able leave the past in the past to fix things with her father for the sake of Mark? A.U. Rated M for later chapters
Castle - Rated: M - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 30,356 - Reviews: 204 - Favs: 199 - Follows: 450 - Updated: 7/15/2016 - Published: 5/23/2014 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Present Tense by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate trails her index finger along Lily's onesie covered foot before she straightens in her seat, folds her hands over her lap and tries to locate the peace her daughter has found in a place where she's spilled her heart out more than once, let it bleed all over the polished hardwood floors of Carter Burke's office.' A future fic.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,870 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 52 - Published: 7/11/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Seasons Change by skygirl55 reviews
When Johanna Beckett wins a contest to meet her favorite writer, Richard Castle, she's thrilled. Oppositely, her daughter simply doesn't see the appeal. One simple meet becomes the catalyst for a series of events none of them could have foreseen. Caskett AU. Castle Summer 2016 Ficathon Entry.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 40,109 - Reviews: 433 - Favs: 240 - Follows: 373 - Updated: 7/7/2016 - Published: 5/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Johanna B. - Complete
Dawn's Early Light by Kate Christie reviews
Happy Fourth of July, America. An AU season 2 hiatus Castle fic. Sort of makes a series out of unrelated "Independence" and "Liberty." Thanks to Airbefore and Caffinate-me for the beta.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 901 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 43 - Published: 7/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Soft Shock by bravevulnerability reviews
'Fireworks spooked her, they had for years prior and likely would for years to come, and it was an occasional hazard she had learned to live with, despite sometimes dreading the welcoming of a new year, the arrival of summer.' A future fic for the Fourth of July.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,632 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 94 - Follows: 34 - Published: 7/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
thoughts so cloudy by faithsette reviews
'Castle's chest tightens. This is her team, their team. She's family to them, so important that they're losing sleep and working themselves into the ground. He wonders how much of it is a pure desire to get justice for Beckett, and how much is a distraction.' AU after s2 finale.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 36,495 - Reviews: 360 - Favs: 142 - Follows: 369 - Updated: 7/3/2016 - Published: 4/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
inter nos by bravevulnerability reviews
Inspired by the prompt: 'Castle is looking for Beckett and the boys tell him she's in the gym, but he finds her crying in the shower.' Set post 4x09, Kill Shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,491 - Reviews: 64 - Favs: 156 - Follows: 67 - Published: 7/3/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Father's Love by Liv Wilder reviews
Set during 4x01: Rise. Castle strode past the diner's long bank of windows as quickly as his legs would take him. A bead of sweat trickled down the middle of his back despite the cool of the evening. He was desperate to get inside. Kate's father had called him not a half hour ago and he couldn't get there fast enough.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 10,643 - Reviews: 233 - Favs: 167 - Follows: 226 - Updated: 7/3/2016 - Published: 6/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Last Battle by chezchuckles reviews
Series Finale Fic. Takes place directly after the violent events in the Castle kitchen and spans the period of time directly after. Spoilers for all seasons of Castle. Multi-chapter.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 10 - Words: 28,383 - Reviews: 431 - Favs: 197 - Follows: 382 - Updated: 6/28/2016 - Published: 5/22/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Ceasefire by bravevulnerability reviews
'The blood has consumed the white of her shirt, drenched the fabric of her jacket, left her skin dull and papery, but he fell in love with a fighter, a warrior of a woman, and she can't give up now. He won't let her.' Takes an AU turn immediately after the shootout in the kitchen in 8x22, 'Crossfire'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 31,458 - Reviews: 649 - Favs: 292 - Follows: 461 - Updated: 6/27/2016 - Published: 5/23/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Propinquity by ipreferwestside reviews
Castle is the Black Pawn wild child in danger of losing his contract. Beckett is the no-nonsense PR consultant hired to improve his image. Entry for the 2015 Castle Winter Hiatus Ficathon.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 34,919 - Reviews: 345 - Favs: 194 - Follows: 351 - Updated: 6/25/2016 - Published: 12/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
In Good Taste by acertainzest reviews
An AU Caskett meeting at the grocery store.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,781 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 35 - Published: 6/21/2016 - Complete
Along The Way by bravevulnerability reviews
"Not everyone is born with family, but sometimes, if you're really lucky, you find your family along the way." A future fic for Father's Day
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,939 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 45 - Published: 6/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Unwritten by caffinate-me reviews
One of the last things true crime writer Richard Castle expected when he took a meeting with convicted murderer Kate Beckett was to be sent on a quest for proof of her innocence, the other was to fall in love with her. A Castle AU. Written 2012. Revised 2016.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 30 - Words: 72,822 - Reviews: 1720 - Favs: 813 - Follows: 684 - Updated: 6/18/2016 - Published: 7/10/2012 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Florist by Liv Wilder reviews
One-shot. Early meeting AU. Castle caught her in profile for the first time. She seemed so young, hesitant and slightly unsure of herself, weighed down almost if he were to describe her fully, that writer's itch already in search of a pen to capture such untouched beauty and effortless poise. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,847 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 30 - Published: 6/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Take the Stairs by Trinity Everett reviews
Castle and Beckett spent one night together and over a year apart. Now they were neighbors and they had a second chance for something extraordinary. Pre-Series AU, Meeting AU. Caskett. A prompt response written for CastleFanficMonday and continued for the 2015 Castle Hiatus Ficathon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 20 - Words: 105,568 - Reviews: 1114 - Favs: 551 - Follows: 851 - Updated: 6/11/2016 - Published: 5/25/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The End of the Story by debbieroe reviews
Beckett and Castle fight as hard as they possibly can to spend their last moments together. 8.22 Insert. WARNING: Character Death
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,459 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 5 - Published: 6/10/2016 - Complete
Under the Bridge by acertainzest reviews
Episode insert for 4x21 "Headhunters." Castle and Beckett hash things out under the overpass.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,861 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 31 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Complete
A Quiet Morning by skygirl55 reviews
Kate Beckett reflects over her sleeping son. Written for Castle Fanfic Monday. Part of the Henry Verse from A Glimpse/A Spark
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,966 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 33 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
with certainty by bravevulnerability reviews
'It's probably later than what is appropriate for him to be showing up on her doorstep, the city-lit darkness of nightfall pressing in against her windows, the lingering taste of her mouth still on his tongue, and his hand still alive with a pain that laces through his knuckles.' An AU post-ep for 3x13, Knockdown.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,209 - Reviews: 80 - Favs: 172 - Follows: 70 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
if you try sometimes by airbefore reviews
Sweat beads across her forehead as Kate jerks awake for the fourth time, too vibrant images of his mangled body lingering in her wine soaked brain. Awake or asleep, she can't escape it. *Cops & Robbers post ep. One shot, complete. Posted for Fanfic Monday*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,304 - Reviews: 86 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 27 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Season One by chezchuckles reviews
A chapter per episode of season one. Sometimes they might go AU, a what-if version, sometimes they just fill in between the blanks, sometimes it's only a reaction to the episode as a whole.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 8,047 - Reviews: 224 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 142 - Updated: 6/6/2016 - Published: 5/23/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Cure for Loneliness by Liv Wilder reviews
Season 2 AU. "It was Memorial Day weekend and with his daughter off in California visiting her mother, Richard Castle, mystery writer and fêted man-about-town, was at a dangerous loose end."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 22,289 - Reviews: 618 - Favs: 206 - Follows: 284 - Updated: 6/4/2016 - Published: 5/27/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Small Surprises by jstar1382 reviews
"All they needed were some party favors and decorations before they left for the weekend. Small items..." Future AU based on an anon tumblr prompt.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,039 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 27 - Published: 6/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
These Three Things by seilleanmor reviews
A one shot exploring three times early in their relationship that Castle fell just a little harder for Kate. For my five year fic anniversary.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,236 - Reviews: 76 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 27 - Published: 5/27/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Root Position by acertainzest reviews
Kate has some exciting news, and Castle is keeping a secret. A follow-on / addition / continuation / extension / (...okay, fine, a sequel) to The Life Of Sound.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,549 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 33 - Published: 5/25/2016 - Complete
an idea whose time has come by airbefore reviews
A collection of filled prompts.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 5 - Words: 6,229 - Reviews: 148 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 134 - Updated: 5/25/2016 - Published: 3/24/2016 - Rick C., Kate B.
Mirage by Liv Wilder reviews
One-shot set five years in the future from mid-season 8. Her hand fluttered at her throat, reaching for the comfort and softness of her turtleneck, and the sunlight caught her ring. The row of diamonds exploded in a shower of color, radiant as a firework display. Castle saw the twinkling diamonds and a chip of ice melted inside his heart. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,172 - Reviews: 137 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 50 - Published: 5/24/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Worth The Risk by acertainzest reviews
A wishful-thinking retelling of the couch scene from "To Love And Die In L.A." What if Castle had still been there when Beckett reopened her door?
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,347 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 102 - Follows: 38 - Published: 5/21/2016 - Complete
Pay Day by WRTRD reviews
When a TV executive is murdered, Beckett is called to the scene—and immediately barred from the case. Set after 8x18, the appropriately titled "Backstabber." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 11,836 - Reviews: 272 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 5/21/2016 - Published: 4/20/2016 - Kate B., Javier E., Lanie P., V. Gates - Complete
Ancora by encantadaa reviews
AU set post 3x22: Unbeknownst to Kate, Castle already made a deal with her captain to shadow her. Unbeknownst to Castle, Kate has a huge secret. For Summer 2015/2016 Castle Ficathon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 8 - Words: 47,872 - Reviews: 273 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 542 - Updated: 5/18/2016 - Published: 5/13/2015
Little Moments by skygirl55 reviews
Set in/around the final scene of 8x22 (Series Finale). Spoilers for 8x22 within.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,654 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 100 - Follows: 36 - Published: 5/17/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Without End by bravevulnerability reviews
'All they went through, all they fought for, shines so brightly in moments like these. And as Castle so often likes to remind her, she would never change their story either, not a single chapter. Not when every page spent with him means more to her than words could ever describe.' Post-ep for 8x22, 'Crossfire'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,804 - Reviews: 148 - Favs: 243 - Follows: 74 - Published: 5/17/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Love Conquers All by The Muse of Apollo reviews
AU. Kate Beckett is in love when it all comes crashing down. Can her love and hope for the future be saved? Angst, Romance, Drama. Rated M for Adult Situations, Violence, and Language. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 9 - Words: 12,702 - Reviews: 99 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 142 - Updated: 5/16/2016 - Published: 1/20/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Family Practice by jstar1382 reviews
Sequel to Medical Attention: Balancing life in a blended family can be hard enough, but when a pipe dream becomes a reality, can they survive with all pieces intact? (Beautiful cover art courtesy of Nadia) *2015 Castle Summer Ficathon*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 10 - Words: 28,985 - Reviews: 540 - Favs: 250 - Follows: 474 - Updated: 5/16/2016 - Published: 6/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Falling by adorbskatic reviews
"He tries to school the emotions on his face, tries to hide the love that he isn't allowed to feel for her." Set in the middle of season two.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 916 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 13 - Published: 5/15/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
now, not then by airbefore reviews
She holds his hand on the plane. *A post ep for To Love and Die in LA, set in season 5* One shot, complete.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,245 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 32 - Published: 5/15/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Prana by whatifellinlovewith reviews
AU: "It still catches him off guard, the wave of curiosity like a weight lifted off his shoulders, the wave of inspiration so very sweet, a taste of something he hasn't had in forever. Kate Beckett. She's going to be a tough nut to crack." Castle and Beckett meet in yoga class. Entry for the winter ficathon 2015.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 23 - Words: 50,108 - Reviews: 726 - Favs: 240 - Follows: 459 - Updated: 5/15/2016 - Published: 12/22/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
So Not Sleeping by WRTRD reviews
Castle and Beckett go on a road trip, but there's a little problem. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,115 - Reviews: 58 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 28 - Published: 5/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Hole in the Heart by Caskett1960 reviews
Sequel to 'A Bright, Shining Hope.' Kate and Castle receive troubling news regarding the newest member of their family, while facing a possibly more sinister threat. Rated T, but that rating will probably change. Completely AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 29 - Words: 117,478 - Reviews: 384 - Favs: 93 - Follows: 181 - Updated: 5/14/2016 - Published: 11/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Fear of Rejection by Liv Wilder reviews
Post-ep for 3x13 "Knockdown."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 16 - Words: 40,322 - Reviews: 1319 - Favs: 325 - Follows: 484 - Updated: 5/14/2016 - Published: 4/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Coffee Sleeve by skygirl55 reviews
In a moment of darkness, Richard Castle receives an interesting-and life-changing-message from a fan. Set after an AU ending to 3x24
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,236 - Reviews: 179 - Favs: 154 - Follows: 215 - Updated: 5/12/2016 - Published: 5/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Netflix andChill? by ipreferwestside reviews
The thought crosses her mind when they're picking at the last of their dinner that she's having a good time. No, a great time. Better than she could have ever hoped. A 2x14 post-ep. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 962 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 21 - Published: 5/11/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
And If My Heart Should Somehow Stop by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate releases another laugh, but it catches in her throat when she notices Castle clutching at his chest again, the globe dropping back to bounce across the hardwood as he grips the nearby table to stay standing.' Beckett's prank has some unexpected consequences. AU insert for 8x21, 'Hell to Pay'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,510 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 32 - Published: 5/10/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Flexible Flyer by WRTRD reviews
Castle has been talking about something he shouldn't, and Beckett is in a rage. Set during 6x12, "Deep Cover." Complete.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,137 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 28 - Published: 5/9/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
All The Light We See by ColieMacKenzie reviews
Folded in his embrace she recognizes the fallacy of her acceptance as she comes to realize she has only been half-living, has been missing something so vital it couldn't be put into words... A companion piece to the wonderful story 'Flashlight,' written by l03l. Story starts in the exact moment and scene where Flashlight ends.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,772 - Reviews: 64 - Favs: 111 - Follows: 40 - Published: 5/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
You Only Live Once by bravevulnerability reviews
"This date night is everything I dreamed it would be." How Castle and Beckett's date night continues. Post-ep for 8x20, 'Much Ado About Murder'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,552 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 34 - Published: 5/3/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Marrying Kind by skygirl55 reviews
Many years earlier, childhood best friends Rick and Kate made a marriage pact. Now, while playing a silly quiz game, the topic resurfaces. AU. One Shot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,417 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 127 - Follows: 56 - Published: 4/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
rasasvada by bravevulnerability reviews
"The first time he snuck a picture of her had been long before he'd gained the privilege of calling Kate Beckett his." Post-ep for 8x19, 'Dead Again'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,832 - Reviews: 61 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 31 - Published: 4/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fix What You Didn't Break by acertainzest reviews
Rick Castle, his father-in-law, a motorcycle, and a plan.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,644 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 22 - Published: 4/21/2016 - Rick C., Jim B. - Complete
By The Wayside by bravevulnerability reviews
"This is our life, not just mine anymore, and I'm happy about that," she promises him, smoothing over old wounds and doubts with soft words, nipping on his bottom lip when he leans in to kiss her again. "Besides, you on the bike is extremely hot." Castle and Beckett take that cross-country trip. Post-ep for 8x18, 'Backstabber'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,148 - Reviews: 98 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 44 - Published: 4/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Yes, Master by chezchuckles reviews
Post-episode tag for 8x17 'Death Wish'. "What has he done that you should give him this pleasant life— what have I done to deserve so hard a fate?" ― Anonymous, Tales from the Arabian Nights
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,611 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 26 - Published: 4/12/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
life is but a dream by bravevulnerability reviews
'"You know, once you clean that up, maybe we could go for a, um, round three." Castle pauses with the cool flesh of the fresh melon against his fingertips, his head rising slowly at the enticing sound of his wife's voice, how wonderfully erotic the number three has become for them.' Alternative insert for 8x17, 'Death Wish'.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,425 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 97 - Follows: 43 - Published: 4/12/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Somewhere No One Knows My Name by Liv Wilder reviews
Set around "Headhunters". -The hammer blow comes when she least expects it, and it's devastating. He wants to follow another cop, and not just any other cop. He wants to follow Ethan Slaughter, this uncouth meathead from Gangs whose last three partners all died on the job under questionable circumstances, earning Slaughter the unfortunate nickname: "The Widowmaker."
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 51,528 - Reviews: 1223 - Favs: 254 - Follows: 448 - Updated: 4/12/2016 - Published: 11/14/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Masterpiece of Nature by seilleanmor reviews
A post ep for 8x17 Death Wish. Castle and Beckett have a long postponed conversation. Also babies.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,242 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 34 - Published: 4/12/2016 - Complete
Becoming Home by bravevulnerability reviews
"I'm telling you, we need a dog." Post-ep of sorts for 8x16, 'Heartbreaker'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,319 - Reviews: 88 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 50 - Published: 4/10/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Castlella by skygirl55 reviews
Castle & Cinderella. Ridiculousness ensues. Crack!Fic. Inspired by a question on CastleFanFics blog.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Parody/Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,689 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 69 - Updated: 4/10/2016 - Published: 4/1/2016 - Complete
A Year In The Life by Netsrik1 reviews
A year in the life of Castle and Beckett, told through the major (and a few minor) US holidays. Mostly fluff, probably some drama. My contribution to the 2015 Castle Ficathon
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 15 - Words: 39,653 - Reviews: 153 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 156 - Updated: 4/9/2016 - Published: 12/1/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Caesura by acertainzest reviews
5x01 episode insert: their second night together. For a prompt from the castlefanficprompts tumblr.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,251 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 25 - Published: 4/7/2016 - Complete
As We Know It by bravevulnerability reviews
At the end of the world, they find each other. Apocalyptic AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Supernatural/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 20,721 - Reviews: 231 - Favs: 145 - Follows: 206 - Updated: 4/6/2016 - Published: 3/20/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
shine so brightly by ifonly13 reviews
The sun has just barely started to rise when she steps outside onto the path around the little house she calls her own. Overhead, she can hear the grinding gears of the lighthouse as the beam of light cuts through the morning fog.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,138 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 20 - Published: 4/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
These Sudden Ends by bravevulnerability reviews
"I was ready to abandon everything because I couldn't picture a life without you." AU. Very loosely inspired by 8x16, 'Heartbreaker'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,918 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 84 - Published: 4/5/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
What to Expect by skruff reviews
Tumblr Prompt: After so many "lunch meetings", Kate gets pregnant and when the boys realize this they think the baby is doctor Livingstone's and awkward craziness ensues
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,744 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 30 - Published: 4/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
Without a Word by bravevulnerability reviews
'Castle opens his mouth, determined to set the words free in this moment of solace with her, but the noise that escapes his throat is hoarse, raspy, silent. He can't speak.' AU for 4x16, Linchpin. Two shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,683 - Reviews: 120 - Favs: 196 - Follows: 177 - Updated: 4/3/2016 - Published: 3/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Who The Hell Are You? by WRTRD reviews
Kate Beckett spent the summer recovering from having been shot, and hasn't spoken to Rick Castle in months. When she comes back to work, she finds that she has an unexpected rival. And she's going to fight. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 22,268 - Reviews: 420 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 261 - Updated: 4/3/2016 - Published: 3/13/2016 - Complete
Coming Clean by skygirl55 reviews
Post 8x15 one-shot. Castle & Beckett reveal the truth to their loved ones.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 976 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 26 - Published: 4/2/2016 - Complete
Where Monsters Lie by bravevulnerability reviews
'There was a story, always a story, and she was only here temporarily, but she wanted to know his, wanted to invest in his. And hadn't she just discussed yesterday with Decker that fraternizing with fellow recruits was a bad thing' AU for 8x15, 'Fidelis Ad Mortem'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,907 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 150 - Follows: 81 - Updated: 3/30/2016 - Published: 3/22/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Brick Walls by sinisterkid92 reviews
AU. 9 years ago Kate Beckett left New York and her father. Longing to find happiness again she returns to New York, and winds up in bed with author Rick Castle. The two of them get far more than they bargained for. Starting a family with a stranger is a challenge, it's even harder for Kate who is still trying to pick up the pieces of herself after her mother's death.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 53,133 - Reviews: 182 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 419 - Updated: 3/28/2016 - Published: 6/4/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
A Sleepless Night by skygirl55 reviews
Castle, Beckett, and one very unhappy little girl. One-shot. Part of the "A Glimpse"/Henry 'verse. Stand-alone for FF Monday & Castlefanfics Prompt Challenge
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,977 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 30 - Published: 3/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I Can Hear You Think by Lur27 reviews
Set on S3 "Countdown". Meeting AU. Beckett is running to stop a dirty bomb from going off and wiping NYC from the map, but a car crash will change her life forever. Co-written with @StacyRodgers / Our entry for Castle Winter Hiatus Ficathon 2015 @CastleFicathon #CastleFicathon
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 7 - Words: 23,311 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 251 - Updated: 3/28/2016 - Published: 11/24/2015
Trust No One by acertainzest reviews
In episode 3x09, "Close Encounters Of The Murderous Kind," Beckett and Castle wake up with mysterious marks on their necks. They aren't hickeys. Or are they?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,673 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 28 - Published: 3/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fantasy Becomes Reality by KB-RC23 reviews
Alternate Episode Fic for Tick, Tick, Tick... and Boom! "...And in chapter 11, admit their attraction to one another and have sex." "It's fiction." Rated M. *Updated 03/27/16* Multiple chapter fic.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,705 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 153 - Updated: 3/27/2016 - Published: 12/5/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Running Water by Perspex13 reviews
"What do you weigh, a buck twenty soaking wet? How the hell did you think you survived getting shot in the heart?" An AU that picks up during 4x10 (Cuffed) and takes a serious left turn from there.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Humor - Chapters: 33 - Words: 193,671 - Reviews: 849 - Favs: 164 - Follows: 261 - Updated: 3/21/2016 - Published: 10/1/2015 - Complete
Never Tell Me The Odds by acertainzest reviews
Castle has been doing some research. PWP and pure silliness, not to be taken at all seriously.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,598 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 28 - Published: 3/18/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Birthday Countdown by acertainzest reviews
Ridiculous smut/crackfic for the prompt: "He wouldn't let me leave his house until he made me orgasm once for every year I've been alive."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,085 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 36 - Published: 3/16/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Turn in the Weather by Kate Christie reviews
"Isn't this a lovely day to be caught in the rain?" AU Lyric prompt fill from tumblr, WellNeverMakeIt. Squeaking in just in time for #CastleFanficMonday. ;)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,060 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 52 - Published: 3/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C.
sleeping somewhere cold by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"Her captor jerks her head forward, sending a jolt of pain down her spine, and then to the side so she can see whomever makes up the rest of this we. He's sitting in a chair, staring back at her, his eyes wide with fear. Castle." A pre-2x01 AU. For Castle Fanfic Monday and the Castlefanfic Prompt Challenge.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,592 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 24 - Published: 3/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Me And My Shadow by acertainzest reviews
"Are you stalking me?" An AU Caskett meeting for the Castlefanfics Prompt Challenge.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,135 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 52 - Published: 3/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Lost Stars by bravevulnerability reviews
'Three years ago, he had gone searching for a story, and he had found one in her. One he wanted to be a part of.' AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,067 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 53 - Published: 3/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Tears of Love by missy52061 reviews
Kate is alone with their crying baby. For a #CastleFanficMonday. And it's also filling one of the great prompts in the Castlefanfics Prompt Challenge, specifically: Future fic - "Please stop crying" As always, I don't own Castle, I just wish I did.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,023 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 15 - Published: 3/13/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., OC - Complete
Collecting the Thoughts of Others by seilleanmor reviews
A collection of prompt fills for the Castlefanfics Prompt Challenge, which can be found on the castlefanfics tumblr.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,535 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 96 - Published: 3/12/2016
I'm Pertinacious, Beckett by WRTRD reviews
Kate Beckett is an extraordinary woman, so Rick Castle is going to woo her in an out-of-the ordinary way. Set in season 4, beginning immediately after 4x10, "Cuffed." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,379 - Reviews: 238 - Favs: 132 - Follows: 195 - Updated: 3/10/2016 - Published: 2/27/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Perfectly Shattered by mrnaylor930 reviews
3x24 post-ep. AU. The gunshot damages her spine and leaves Beckett paralyzed."This is going to break her, but losing you, that would shatter her."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 48,984 - Reviews: 349 - Favs: 191 - Follows: 426 - Updated: 3/10/2016 - Published: 3/19/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
White Lies by bravevulnerability reviews
'Castle jerks his attention towards the front entrance of the hotel room, his eyebrows sky rocketing at the sight of his wife approaching, her gun raised and trained on Hayley. And he has absolutely no idea what is going on, but it definitely isn't good.' Post-ep for 8x14, The G.D.S.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,131 - Reviews: 65 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 43 - Published: 3/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Oxymoron by whatifellinlovewith reviews
AU: Castle is the fun English teacher. Beckett is the strict English teacher. All their students ship them together. (And they may ship themselves together, too). Castle Ficathon 2015 Entry.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 23 - Words: 100,652 - Reviews: 880 - Favs: 370 - Follows: 614 - Updated: 3/5/2016 - Published: 7/11/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Literature Love Affair by LuluCastle reviews
Summary: What is it that Professor Rodgers had for his student Katherine Beckett? No one knew. Is it mutual? Will they cross the borders? Angst&Romance
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 55,018 - Reviews: 342 - Favs: 154 - Follows: 281 - Updated: 3/4/2016 - Published: 8/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Jim B. - Complete
Just Keep Swimming by Trinity Everett reviews
"Yes, he is Richard Castle, a semi-famous mystery writer, and yes, he is standing in the waiting area of an animal hospital with his daughter's travel fish tank cradled in his arms." A Caskett Meeting AU/Job AU
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,847 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 70 - Published: 3/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hello by bravevulnerability reviews
'The glimpse of her face, her smile illuminating his screen, causes his chest to burn, consumed by fire that chars his heart. He loves her, but it's not enough. It's too much. And he can't take anymore.' An alternate end to season 4 that changes everything.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 28,999 - Reviews: 601 - Favs: 333 - Follows: 466 - Updated: 3/2/2016 - Published: 2/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Boundaries by Griever11 reviews
Set post 4x10 - Cuffed. Castle and Beckett navigate through their tangled web of emotions while trying to solve a crime in a sex club. For Lou. My entry for the Castle Winter Ficathon
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 17,925 - Reviews: 175 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 292 - Updated: 3/2/2016 - Published: 12/14/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
the bitter shade by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate's hand strays higher up his back until her fingers are curling at his nape, twining in the fine hairs at the base of his skull, and Rick is turning to face her, his hands already reaching for her. The best way to quiet his mind, to settle his anxiety, is with this.' Episode insert/brief post-ep for 8x13, 'And Justice For All'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,083 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 34 - Published: 3/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Heart That's True by acertainzest reviews
Another perspective on "naked punishment." Picks up immediately after the ending of episode 8x08 "Mr. and Mrs. Castle."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,715 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 25 - Published: 2/27/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Better Halves by bravevulnerability reviews
'They're all in pairings, cut into halves, and if this is a study into separation anxiety, then it's definitely working. Even though Castle technically isn't her other half.' An AU version of 8x12, 'The Blame Game', set in season 3.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,010 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 101 - Follows: 47 - Published: 2/23/2016 - Kate B. - Complete
Apperception by chezchuckles reviews
Set about two years into the future (hypothetical season 10), apperception is having a full understanding of an event because of the conditions that inspire it. A story roughly prompted by tumblr's one-writer-girl: "Beckett tries to win them back."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 17,014 - Reviews: 519 - Favs: 143 - Follows: 311 - Updated: 2/20/2016 - Published: 1/16/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Spark by skygirl55 reviews
Kate Beckett and Richard Castle go to the Hamptons circa 2x22. (Slight-AU - takes place in the universe set up by prior story "A Glimpse")
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 15,141 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 173 - Updated: 2/20/2016 - Published: 2/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Something Real by r2roswell reviews
One Moment. Can Become. Something Real. Takes place during 3x22, "To Love & Die in LA". After a moment of gazing into each other's eyes, Beckett retreats, only to come out of her room and find Castle waiting for her. What happens next will change their lives. Will their night together pull them apart or bring them together? (meant to be family not crime. sorry about that)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 18 - Words: 42,259 - Reviews: 106 - Favs: 115 - Follows: 308 - Updated: 2/18/2016 - Published: 3/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
So Happy Together by acertainzest reviews
Episode insert for 8x11 "Dead Red." Beckett makes good on her promise to keep Castle "happy." Unrepentant PWP.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,479 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 27 - Published: 2/17/2016 - Complete
Katie by l03l reviews
"She's going to wake up, one day. She might be one for evidence and statistics, but he's one for miracles, for hope." Tumblr prompt fill.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,038 - Reviews: 64 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 2/17/2016 - Published: 2/5/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Kiss Me, Castle: The Dress Chronicles by Cora Clavia reviews
3x14, the little black dress.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 10,986 - Reviews: 133 - Favs: 236 - Follows: 188 - Updated: 2/16/2016 - Published: 6/14/2012 - Rick C., Kate B.
We Can Breathe Again by ipreferwestside reviews
He'd wanted their first Valentine's Day as a married couple to be special. And it is, but for completely the wrong reason. A 7x15 post-ep, set over Valentine's Day. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,577 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 18 - Published: 2/16/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Safeguard by bravevulnerability reviews
"I'm fine," she promises him, the utter devastation claiming his face, drenching his eyes in startling grief she's seen before on a sunny day in a cemetery, worse than any bullet wound. "A graze, Rick. It's just a graze." An alternate take on the party scene in 8x11, Dead Red.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,139 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 46 - Published: 2/16/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Overruled by bravevulnerability reviews
'Defense Attorney Kate Beckett is a far cry from the 'Short Attention Span Stan' Novak he had been expecting.' AU for 8x10, Witness for the Prosecution.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,272 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 47 - Published: 2/15/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Russian Roulette by jstar1382 reviews
"One thing was for sure, she could get used to these lunch meetings." Post-ep 8x09
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,879 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 25 - Published: 2/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Peace & Joy: Christmas Special by skygirl55 reviews
A glimpse into the future Christmases from the Peace & Joy story. One-Shot. Castle & Beckett AU
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,859 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 29 - Published: 2/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Dreamgirl by WRTRD reviews
Beckett is on Castle's mind. Really, really on his mind. Set shortly after 3x13, "Knockdown." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 16,951 - Reviews: 297 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 121 - Updated: 2/12/2016 - Published: 1/30/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Thrice by bravevulnerability reviews
"So, Captain Beckett, have you successfully completed your agenda for your lunch meeting?" "Indeed I did. Three times." An insert for 8x09, 'Tone Death'.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,379 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 125 - Follows: 43 - Published: 2/9/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Under the Moonlight by ipreferwestside reviews
Her eyes drift shut as his hand strokes her arm, his touch soft and soothing, helping relax her into sleep. But she can't sleep. Not for long. A 7x15 (Reckoning) post-ep. For Rach.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,673 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 20 - Published: 2/7/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
For Your Benefit by jstar1382 reviews
"This wasn't her typical scene, but she swallowed down the hesitation and painted on a smile. After all, he did all of this for her, to honor her mom." - Season 3 AU based around the time of the Johanna Beckett Scholarship Benefit. *2015 Winter Castle Ficathon*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 12 - Words: 32,277 - Reviews: 869 - Favs: 248 - Follows: 473 - Updated: 2/6/2016 - Published: 11/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Connecting The Dots by acertainzest reviews
Two strangers meet in a bar and spend a single night together, never to meet again. Can it really be that simple? Of course not.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,356 - Reviews: 151 - Favs: 202 - Follows: 158 - Updated: 2/4/2016 - Published: 2/2/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Camera Shy by Meg Moore reviews
'He's been snapping pictures of her with his phone since she clawed her way into wakefulness and she is done...' A fluffy little season 5 one-shot about what Castle and Beckett get up to during her suspension, in honor of the last Castle Fanfic Monday of this interminable hiatus.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,940 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 18 - Published: 2/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Life of Sound by acertainzest reviews
AU: Violinist Kate Beckett is both nervous and excited that superstar composer Rick Castle is guest-conducting the New York Symphony's holiday concert. But when a murder takes place in Symphony Hall, Kate and Castle find themselves collaborating on more than just music. Entry for the 2015/2016 winter hiatus ficathon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 84,846 - Reviews: 597 - Favs: 181 - Follows: 211 - Updated: 2/1/2016 - Published: 11/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Hole for Two by CheerfulChemist reviews
This is an AU story that begins at the end of XX. Instead of letting Kate leave, Castle convinces her to tell him the truth. She immediately finds out things are not at all the way she thought they were. She and Castle begin to pursue the mystery of why Kate was targeted, together. I own nothing Castle, but I can borrow a cup of angst and 2 cups of love.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Mystery - Chapters: 26 - Words: 35,056 - Reviews: 260 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 106 - Updated: 1/27/2016 - Published: 1/3/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
No Exit, Too by WRTRD reviews
Kate Beckett discovers something else in Richard Castle's loft. A one-shot sequel to "No Exit," set in the middle of S3. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,152 - Reviews: 71 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 36 - Published: 1/24/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Silver Linings by bravevulnerability reviews
'He's silent beside her, quiet fury and disbelief radiating from the tense set of his frame. And if she's going to be trapped here with him, if he's forced to remain inside this car until the storm blows over, she may as well speak her truths while she has the chance. Even if it is too late.' Castle and Beckett are stuck in a blizzard together. Post 4x22, Undead Again.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,293 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 112 - Follows: 53 - Published: 1/24/2016 - Kate B. - Complete
State of the Union by caffinate-me reviews
When Special Agent Kate Beckett is offered an interview for a Secret Service position at the White House she didn't know what to expect, but even less than the position as personal protection for the first daughter, she never expected him. President/SSA AU. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 51,749 - Reviews: 1706 - Favs: 699 - Follows: 955 - Updated: 1/24/2016 - Published: 3/9/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Rather Be by adorbskatic reviews
"She glares at him, doesn't want him to be getting any ideas of what's going to happen between them tonight, although the thought sparks a flame deep within her stomach." Set post 2x18.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,050 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 122 - Updated: 1/22/2016 - Published: 12/21/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
No Exit by WRTRD reviews
While staying at Castle's loft after her apartment has blown up, Beckett stumbles on something…surprising. Set shortly after 2x18. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 24,558 - Reviews: 632 - Favs: 192 - Follows: 307 - Updated: 1/21/2016 - Published: 1/4/2016 - Kate B. - Complete
Rebirth by whatifellinlovewith reviews
She broke something wonderful, tore it to shreds. She left him, and now she needs to come home. She needs to fix this, for him, for them. All of them. A post 8x02 story.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 17 - Words: 29,789 - Reviews: 692 - Favs: 246 - Follows: 496 - Updated: 1/21/2016 - Published: 10/20/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Breathe Me by swallowedminds reviews
Three word Prompt. What if the sniper had targeted Beckett at her apartment instead of the funeral? Now Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,809 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 95 - Follows: 91 - Updated: 1/21/2016 - Published: 1/11/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Doubt Thou The Stars by acertainzest reviews
Summer 2015 kink meme prompt: "Emotional sex during the night of always. So maybe their 2nd or 3rd round. She tells him how much he means to her etc. So some cute, fluffy, hot smut."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,373 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 30 - Published: 1/20/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Weightless by bravevulnerability reviews
'"She's nearly dead, Castle. Maddox beat her to a pulp and I know you're off the team, but she needs you." He may be angry with her, brokenhearted and wounded over her, but like hell is he going to stay away from the woman he loves when she's on the brink of death. Again.' AU to 4x23, Always.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,649 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 138 - Follows: 75 - Published: 1/18/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Glimpse by skygirl55 reviews
Kate Beckett gets an interesting glimpse into her future. Set late Season 2. One-Shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,217 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 114 - Follows: 104 - Published: 1/18/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Asking for her hand by JustAWriterWannaBe reviews
Some time in the not too distant future, maybe Alexis will meet a man who wants to marry her. Being a gentleman he's going to go the traditional route and ask her father for her hand. Unsure of how to approach the man, he'll ask Beckett first thinking she'll be a soft touch and will be glad to help. Minor warning: Implied physical violence involving firearms and/or torture.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 4 - Words: 9,675 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 1/17/2016 - Published: 12/27/2015 - Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Snapshots by l03l reviews
A collection of unrelated prompt fills and ficlets cross-posted on tumblr. Chapter 10: A continuation of 4x17 "Once Upon a Crime".
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 6,761 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 138 - Updated: 1/13/2016 - Published: 8/19/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Where I Find You by bravevulnerability reviews
'After her mother's death, after her father's dark descent into the bottle, the need for something light, something that wasn't stained in grief had become her lifeline.' A detour in Kate's journey to becoming a detective leads to a life changing meeting. AU. For Alex.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,168 - Reviews: 151 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 132 - Updated: 1/13/2016 - Published: 1/11/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Kiss Me, Castle by Cora Clavia reviews
I just escaped from possibly the most awkward date in the history of Earth, and I need to decompress. I brought ice cream. And wine. And cupcakes. 1x7, Home is Where the Heart Stops.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 59 - Words: 113,514 - Reviews: 2804 - Favs: 999 - Follows: 1,242 - Updated: 1/11/2016 - Published: 11/23/2011 - Rick C., Kate B.
May I Have This Dance by Liv Wilder reviews
"Castle, what are you doing here?" She felt his arms slide around her, gathering her up, gathering her to him, closer than ever before. His cologne filled her nostrils and his hands seemed to be everywhere at once, claiming her if she wasn't mistaken. - Set during 4x20 "The Limey" One-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,120 - Reviews: 100 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 54 - Published: 1/9/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Live Here In The Moment by ipreferwestside reviews
...so she's sure, or at least hopes, that he's alone. Because what she has planned for him? No one else should be home for that... A season 1 one shot. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,995 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 37 - Published: 1/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Easy Like Sunday Morning by Liv Wilder reviews
'Early one Sunday morning, eyes bleary from sitting up half the night writing, Castle stumbled to the kitchen to make coffee, only to find the freezer empty of beans, the space in the cabinet for his back-up stash starkly bare. With Alexis still sleeping and his mother sleeping it off, he decided to head out for a fresh-brewed caffeine hit...' One-Shot. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,523 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 41 - Published: 1/7/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Unscathed by FanficwriterGHC reviews
"If Tyson wants to play, he can play with her. Alexis will come out of this intact if it's the last thing Kate Beckett does." Season 4 AU. TW for violence, assault, recovery, and mature themes.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 36 - Words: 193,966 - Reviews: 1716 - Favs: 542 - Follows: 851 - Updated: 1/1/2016 - Published: 4/12/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C.
Just A Hunch by Liv Wilder reviews
'He returns around midnight, nagged by a thought that won't leave him. It's case related and pretty minor, skimpy really, in the grand scheme of murder and things. But it won't leave him.' One-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,828 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 27 - Published: 1/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
These Are Special Times by AllyLobster reviews
My entry for the Castle Ficathon, set in the Evan and Avery universe. One chapter posted each day leading up to Christmas. Enjoy!
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 26 - Words: 43,490 - Reviews: 301 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 132 - Updated: 1/1/2016 - Published: 12/1/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] OC - Complete
Peace & Joy by skygirl55 reviews
The lives of Kate and Jim Beckett are turned on end when a mysterious stranger arrives in town and joins them for the Christmas season. Though they don't know it, the appearance of Rick Rodgers is far from coincidental, and might just change all three lives forever. Entry in the Castle Winter Hiatus Ficathon 2015-2016
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 20 - Words: 48,835 - Reviews: 508 - Favs: 191 - Follows: 245 - Updated: 1/1/2016 - Published: 11/28/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Just In Time by bravevulnerability reviews
'She normally works the New Year's Eve shift; she's used to spending this moment in solitude. She had just hoped this year would be different.' Set mid season 4.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,994 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 44 - Published: 12/31/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Wintersong by chezchuckles reviews
An advent style story for the holiday season. Current with season eight, contains spoilers. For the soundtrack, visit my utube channel under chezchuckles. Thank you all for another blessing of a year.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 60,431 - Reviews: 774 - Favs: 101 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 12/31/2015 - Published: 12/1/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
New Year, Baby by WRTRD reviews
It's the holidays, and Rick Castle, of all people, is seriously glum. Kate Beckett decides that she wants to cheer him up. Set during S3. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,943 - Reviews: 149 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 12/31/2015 - Published: 12/26/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Snow Days: A Christmas AU by caffinate-me reviews
Detective Kate Beckett and mystery novelist Richard Castle are both on their way home to New York when their flight gets rerouted, but worse things could happen than being stranded in Montana for Christmas. Right? A Christmas AU set around the season 3/4 time frame.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 8 - Words: 12,108 - Reviews: 341 - Favs: 233 - Follows: 336 - Updated: 12/31/2015 - Published: 12/12/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Until I See You Again by jstar1382 reviews
Chapter 8 AU – One night was all it took to change her course of actions…(Post 8x05) Beautiful cover art courtesy of Nadia.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 9,449 - Reviews: 193 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 193 - Updated: 12/27/2015 - Published: 11/1/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Find Our Way Home by bravevulnerability reviews
"No matter what you do, no matter the obstacles that arise or the mistakes either of us make, I'll never be able to give up on us." After nearly two years apart, Castle and Beckett attempt to find their way back home in time for the holiday season. A season 8 AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 16 - Words: 52,722 - Reviews: 711 - Favs: 226 - Follows: 298 - Updated: 12/24/2015 - Published: 12/10/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Living Out in the Snow by seilleanmor reviews
Castle and Beckett's first New Year as a married couple, spent at her father's cabin. A sequel to Living is Easy, although it's not truly necessary to have read that story. A chapter posted every day for advent.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 24 - Words: 102,556 - Reviews: 575 - Favs: 151 - Follows: 216 - Updated: 12/24/2015 - Published: 12/1/2015 - Complete
O, a Christmas Tree! by WRTRD reviews
If Christmas spirit is contagious, Kate Beckett is secretly hoping to catch some from Rick Castle. Set in season 3. A three-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,756 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 84 - Updated: 12/20/2015 - Published: 12/16/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Hopeful Lights of Winter by lms2457 reviews
Castle and Beckett try to navigate the holiday season and a fake separation at the same time. A Winter Ficathon story, and a nightly thank you gift for those involved in the Possibility4Joy project.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 12 - Words: 10,154 - Reviews: 136 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 149 - Updated: 12/20/2015 - Published: 12/1/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.]
Culpability by JeVeuxReves reviews
During Wrapped Up in Death, Castle hits his head and gets seriously injured when Beckett rigged his chair. Submission for Castle winter 2015 Hiatus Ficathon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,228 - Reviews: 98 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 272 - Updated: 12/15/2015 - Published: 11/25/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Melodies, Murders, and Mysteries by XX00Meg00XX reviews
"Diving head first into her mother's murder has left little room for romance. She's turned down any offer of being set up, in favor of protecting her walled off heart. Giving her favorite author her number was a decision that fate seemed to make for her, forcing her to go along with the plan whether she wanted to or not." An AU Caskett meeting. #CastleFanficMonday
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 41,417 - Reviews: 383 - Favs: 168 - Follows: 342 - Updated: 12/15/2015 - Published: 1/22/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fair's Fair by Trinity Everett reviews
Beckett tells Josh about the kiss she shared with Castle. Written for #CastleFanficMonday
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,229 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 23 - Published: 12/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Josh D. - Complete
Fifty Years by Cassie Bones reviews
Every Caskett anniversary for the next fifty years, starting with their "time in" and following the traditional and modern gift system. Fourth: Fruit/Flowers. For the Castle Winter Hiatus Ficathon
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,911 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 139 - Updated: 12/13/2015 - Published: 11/25/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.]
Doodles by Liv Wilder reviews
One-shot photo prompt set during 1x04: "Hell Hath No Fury." Kate tapped on the doorframe, knuckles knocking lightly so as not to startle or disturb the peace. "Hey. Am I…interrupting?" "Beckett!" Castle dropped his pen and struggled to his feet, clearly surprised to see her. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,555 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 42 - Published: 12/12/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Love, Unleashed by WRTRD reviews
Rick Castle has finally found the way to win Kate Beckett's heart. He's sure of it. Set shortly after 4x13, "An Embarrassment of Bitches." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 12,976 - Reviews: 213 - Favs: 100 - Follows: 194 - Updated: 12/8/2015 - Published: 11/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Baby's First Christmas by Liv Wilder reviews
One-shot, photo prompt. Future-fic. "Things seem just a little too quiet for this time of day; suspiciously quiet. Kate finds him sitting in the corner, diaper on, and a Santa hat of all things. A string of Christmas lights lie tangled between his chubby little legs. He looks excited. Impossibly excited. The kind of damp diaper excited only daddy seems to cause." COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,138 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 34 - Published: 12/8/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Remember the Night by skygirl55 reviews
Seeing Richard Castle for the first time in a decade? Yeah, she could totally handle that...right? (Rick & Kate met in college AU)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 28,978 - Reviews: 339 - Favs: 219 - Follows: 423 - Updated: 12/3/2015 - Published: 10/24/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Battlefield by XX00Meg00XX reviews
"But he sees the immediate reaction to the idea of losing him in spite of her plan to keep him safe, watches as it nearly breaks her apart in every way." An 8X01 post-ep. (sort of a fixer, because happy endings are ALWAYS possible, as our show has proven.)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,093 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 20 - Published: 12/3/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Finding Thanksgiving by CheerfulChemist reviews
Post 807. AU After his initial high from sex with Kate, Castle is depressed. He wants her to come for Thanksgiving, but she says no. He suspects the reason for her retreat revolves around Vikram. Spurred on by Martha, decides to do something about it. Of course I own nothing Castle.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Mystery - Chapters: 15 - Words: 20,139 - Reviews: 200 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 152 - Updated: 12/3/2015 - Published: 11/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R. - Complete
I miss those Blue eyes by Bandgeekwriter89 reviews
Kate starts to go blind but is to scared to tell anyone for fear of losing her job. She does not even want to tell Castle. One chapter for now but I may add more later!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 5 - Words: 10,409 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 12/2/2015 - Published: 11/19/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.]
The saddest are these: by Kate Christie reviews
What might have been between "Knockout" and "Rise." First place entry for the Castle Hiatus Writing Contest 2015. Thanks to Caffinate-Me and Airbefore - we do this better together. Twitter: Kate Christie Tumblr: KathrynChristie dot tumblr dot com.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 936 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 35 - Published: 12/2/2015 - Kate B. - Complete
Back To You by BlueMoonFan reviews
This prompt was given to me by a friend. Kate gets pregnant on the night of the anniversary. Realizing that she will never be safe, she goes on the run. Leaving behind Castle and the rest of her family.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Family - Chapters: 7 - Words: 9,433 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 133 - Updated: 12/1/2015 - Published: 11/18/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Beauty of Our Reality by caffinate-me reviews
Johanna Beckett rotated the medallion running a finger over the intricate carvings. Legend said that it was the portal to an alternate dimension. It would transport the holder to a reality where their biggest regrets had never happened, where their dreams came true. Then the room glowed white. Based on a Tumblr Prompt from rtsd9fan.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,380 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 196 - Updated: 11/28/2015 - Published: 11/6/2015 - Johanna B., Rick C., Kate B.
Foreword by Kate Beckett by FormidableJoy reviews
Prompted by fembott77 on Tumblr as part of the Castle Flash-Fiction Challenge.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 935 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 5 - Published: 11/28/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
In The Morning by jstar1382 reviews
Will you be there in the morning to face the light of the day…will you be there in the night to chase the dark thoughts away? Post 8x08
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,468 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 21 - Published: 11/27/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Insult to Injury by acertainzest reviews
An alternate version of the backstory to episode 5x19, "The Lives of Others." What if Castle's knee injury wasn't from skiing? Three-shot, now complete.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 9,318 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 104 - Updated: 11/25/2015 - Published: 11/22/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Right Call by WRTRD reviews
An old rival reappears, and Kate Beckett takes action. Surprising action. Set very early in S5, A/U in that Beckett and Castle are already engaged. A three-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 8,081 - Reviews: 139 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 110 - Updated: 11/24/2015 - Published: 11/23/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Retribution by bravevulnerability reviews
'He wants to take the apologies from her mouth with his teeth and breathe his forgiveness into her skin.' Post-ep for 8x08, 'Mr. & Mrs. Castle'.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,863 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 49 - Published: 11/24/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Anela Il Cuore by ipreferwestside reviews
A post-Always AU in which a single phone call changes Castle's life. But not everything is what it seems. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 13 - Words: 32,231 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 116 - Updated: 11/22/2015 - Published: 8/3/2015 - Rick C. - Complete
On My Toes by bravevulnerability reviews
'He thinks the way she rises on the tips of her toes, surges against him to meet his embrace so firmly, is his favorite type of hug.' Set a couple of years into the future.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,488 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 34 - Published: 11/22/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
catch a cold by LuluCastle reviews
One-shot prompt: Kate confesses to her crush and crush turning her down. Rick then comforts Kate, which leads to kissing. A younger version of Rick and Kate.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,197 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 20 - Published: 11/21/2015
The Price of Protection by Ilovetoread09 reviews
In order to pay off her family debts, Katherine Beckett volunteers to work at the royal castle. However, she gets more than she bargained for when she meets the prince. AU Thanks to Emma for the awesome cover art.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 33 - Words: 79,990 - Reviews: 950 - Favs: 304 - Follows: 588 - Updated: 11/19/2015 - Published: 2/23/2013 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
For One Night by FormidableJoy reviews
A Series 8 fic. An incident at the precinct forces Castle and Beckett back together for one night. Inspired by a painting by Random-ship on Tumblr.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,754 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 11 - Published: 11/19/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fallen Hard by Garrae reviews
"She came. He hadn't expected it: they'd lost their anniversary dinner to a rain check and the simmering idiocy that was Esposito and Ryan. But she came... And he would conquer." Spoilers for 8.07. One-shot.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,609 - Reviews: 69 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 30 - Published: 11/19/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Perfect Partner by KB-RC23 reviews
Post-Episode Fic for Cops and Robbers. "We're partners. It's what we do." Rated M. *Updated 11/18/15* One-shot.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,090 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 40 - Published: 11/18/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Time In by bravevulnerability reviews
'The second he kisses her, she already knows her chances of leaving the loft anytime soon are doomed. ' An insert for the bedroom scene of 8x07, 'The Last Seduction'.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,308 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 50 - Published: 11/17/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Happy Birthday, Kate! by missy52061 reviews
Kate Beckett reflects on birthdays past and present. I don't own Castle, I just wish I did.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 771 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 7 - Published: 11/17/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., OC - Complete
Comfort from Days Gone By by CheerfulChemist reviews
An AU post 806 one shot. Kate is alone in an SRO, miserably hugging a Castle doll she got at a book signing as a teenager and thinking about what happened with the real one. Kate examines the pattern of her past behavior and decides what to do. Of course Kate and Castle don't belong to me, but they constantly inhabit my brain.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,216 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 14 - Published: 11/15/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Northern Lights by WRTRD reviews
It's Christmas time, and Kate Beckett suddenly discovers something important about herself. And Castle. Because we could all use a little love right now. Set in the middle of S3. One-shot. Complete
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,325 - Reviews: 64 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 25 - Published: 11/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Chill Pill by WRTRD reviews
Katherine Beckett prides herself on her thoroughness, her attention to detail, but her mind has been elsewhere lately. Set early in Season 5. One shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,152 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 31 - Published: 11/12/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Demitasse by seilleanmor reviews
A sort of AU post episode universe. Kate and Castle meeting in a coffee shop after each case, to talk things out and have a moment of closeness.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,032 - Reviews: 213 - Favs: 100 - Follows: 190 - Updated: 11/11/2015 - Published: 10/6/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Sigh No More by bravevulnerability reviews
"Hey, is there any chance that smoking wife of yours is going to come hunting for me too?" Kate slows in her walk around the corner at the sound of the familiar voice, dulling the sharp click of her heels on the concrete, steeling herself and channeling every ounce of patience she has left to deal with Ethan Slaughter a second time around. AU insert for 8x06, 'Cool Boys'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,062 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 40 - Published: 11/10/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Few Good Fonts by WRTRD reviews
Because they discussed fonts—really, fonts—long before they chose their Save the Date card. A series of standalone, unrelated chapters, covering a wide time period and with a variety of ratings. The first one, rated M, takes place during the book party in 2x05, "When the Bough Breaks." Also, because a few people have asked: yes, every font mentioned in these chapters is real.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 45,864 - Reviews: 350 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 166 - Updated: 11/8/2015 - Published: 3/28/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
And Then by Liv Wilder reviews
"You were right," she declared determinedly, flint sparking in her eyes, her honesty catching, suddenly ablaze. Her partner frowned, questioning. "The other day at my apartment, you were right." 5x01 insert for After The Storm. One-shot. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,242 - Reviews: 115 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 11/8/2015 - Published: 11/6/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Learning Curve by bravevulnerability reviews
She really hates her training officer. Three shot. AU.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,364 - Reviews: 137 - Favs: 213 - Follows: 186 - Updated: 11/6/2015 - Published: 11/2/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fade Into Light by ColieMacKenzie reviews
Kate buys a new home, only to find that it is haunted. A ghost story. A love story. A pre-season to season 4-ish AU story. Entry for the Castle Halloween Bash 2015. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Supernatural - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,404 - Reviews: 181 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 100 - Updated: 11/2/2015 - Published: 10/31/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Espérance by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"Her eyes burn, tears blurring her vision as she drops the planner onto the couch next to her. She leans forward, pressing her eyes against her knees. Her hands curl around her shins, nails digging into her skin through the fabric of her pants. She can't be…pregnant." Probable Cause AU written for CastleFanficMonday.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,536 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 35 - Published: 11/2/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
North Star by jstar1382 reviews
Katherine Beckett is the city's most influential women's self help journalist. What happens when she becomes more involved in her next story than she initially intended? A Caskett AU story based on "How To Lose a Guy in Ten Days" for the 2015 Castle Summer Ficathon
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 23,167 - Reviews: 453 - Favs: 169 - Follows: 348 - Updated: 11/1/2015 - Published: 5/31/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Face Your Fears by bravevulnerability reviews
'You're scared of haunted houses and halloween attractions and I don't even know you, but your friends left you behind so I'm gonna hold your hand and get you through this, alright' AU Halloween meeting. #CastleHalloweenBash
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,516 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 49 - Published: 10/31/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Target on Her Back by WRTRD reviews
When Castle steps over a line, Beckett lets him know exactly why she was so angry with him for having hidden a lead in her mother's murder case. Set between 5x01, "After the Storm," and 5x02, "Cloudy with a Chance of Murder." Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 9,468 - Reviews: 163 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 144 - Updated: 10/31/2015 - Published: 10/24/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Dance On Our Graves by bravevulnerability reviews
"You're the one who made a bet with the boys, a bet you roped me into without my permission, and now we're stuck in a cemetery on Halloween." Set early season 2. #CastleHalloweenBash
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,901 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 30 - Published: 10/31/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
She smelled like cherries by swankatic reviews
"Do you believe in happy endings?" AU. Kate and Rick meet only two months after Johanna's death in California, on her last night before returning to New York.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,216 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 37 - Published: 10/31/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Medical Attention: Keeping With The Theme by jstar1382 reviews
AU- One Shot. Celebrating Halloween for the first time as an official family, Kate and Rick let Liam help with the planning. #CastleHalloweenBash
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,945 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 27 - Published: 10/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Destiny by FuelDH206 reviews
One phone call and one little girl changed their lives forever.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 39,692 - Reviews: 274 - Favs: 111 - Follows: 239 - Updated: 10/27/2015 - Published: 4/13/2015 - Complete
In A Blink of An Eye by jstar1382 reviews
"Little moments in our life seem to happen in the blink of an eye, don't let them pass us by..." Collection of moments in the Medical Attention/Family Practice universe (Thanks to Nadia for the cover art)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,042 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 99 - Updated: 10/24/2015 - Published: 10/22/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Chicks Dig Scars by bravevulnerability reviews
'"Scars tell stories, Beckett," he had smiled at her, his eyes soft with sincerity when she had jokingly confessed to the silly insecurity amidst the hours spent in his bed that first night.' A brief glimpse into Castle and Beckett's exploration of their scars. Set early season 7. Fluff. Written for #CastleThemeDay.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,385 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 24 - Published: 10/23/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Happenstance by chezchuckles reviews
"We make choices but are constantly foiled by happenstance." A random event causes Beckett to rethink her strategy. Spoilers through 8x05 The Nose.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,476 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 51 - Published: 10/22/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Castle Fanfic: With This Ring by CharacterDriven reviews
There's more than one kind of ring, more than one kind of magic, more than one way that two stories can become linked together. This is a slim link, but it's stainless steel, nonetheless. No breaking it.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Fantasy/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,590 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/21/2015 - Kate B., Rick C. - Complete
In the Course of Human Events by BerkieLynn reviews
"What is she thinking? Uprooting her life, leaving the only town she's ever called home, and, even worse, dragging her father along because she's too selfish to leave him behind. But the new job should excite her. And it does. Secret Service Agent? It's a leap she never thought she'd take." Based on a prompt from the castlefanficprompts tumblr.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 58,058 - Reviews: 474 - Favs: 311 - Follows: 439 - Updated: 10/21/2015 - Published: 7/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Haze of the Night by Alyssa86InMN reviews
AU: Kate Beckett is a 3rd grade teacher who has a one night stand with one Richard Castle only to find out the next day how truly connected they are. Complete at 2 chapters for now.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,766 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 58 - Published: 10/21/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Into You by jstar1382 reviews
8x05 Post Ep - "Looking around the loft, there were still signs of her everywhere. Her scent, her presence, was still felt in every inch of this place. It could never just be his home again, it would always be theirs."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,244 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 15 - Published: 10/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Come Home Again by chezchuckles reviews
Two part post-episode tag (sorta) for 8x03 PhDead. Castle starts investigating.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,699 - Reviews: 116 - Favs: 68 - Follows: 127 - Updated: 10/20/2015 - Published: 10/12/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Broken Heart Syndrome by bravevulnerability reviews
"Beckett still loves you." Castle pauses in his descent down Mia's hallway, glancing back to the woman with a battered nose courtesy of his elbow and a tentative smile on her face. "With a passion and you don't have to measure pheromones to sense that. There's something else, though." A twist on the ending of 8x05, The Nose.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,495 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 99 - Follows: 37 - Published: 10/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Of Course Not by FanficwriterGHC reviews
"She has to leave him. But she just can't." 8x02 Fix.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,961 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 24 - Published: 10/18/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Details in the Fabric by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate slips the large t-shirt over her head before she can think about it, draws the collar to her nose and hums at the lingering scent of his aftershave. She has no intention of keeping him off of her mind. Quite the opposite, actually.' Set shortly after 8x02, XX.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,403 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 29 - Published: 10/18/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Pause Button by skygirl55 reviews
Picks up immediately after the end of 4x11 - Ryan's wedding. What if, for just one night, Kate Beckett needed an escape from her own life-an escape named Richard Castle.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,439 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 43 - Published: 10/18/2015 - Complete
Two Halves by FormidableJoy reviews
Post 8X04. After Martha tells Castle of her conversation with Kate, he pays his wife a visit.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,441 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 21 - Published: 10/14/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R. - Complete
Cold Sheets by bravevulnerability reviews
'"Sorry to disturb you, Captain," Castle quips, his throat working through a rough swallow while his eyes roam down the length of her body laid out on the couch where she's been spending most of her nights, lingering on her legs. "Well, not too sorry actually."' Castle comes across Beckett lounging in her office. Episode insert for 8x04, What Lies Beneath.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,246 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 115 - Follows: 61 - Published: 10/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Positive by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"Kate, I'm pregnant. Explain yourself, woman!" Richard Castle plus boredom equals a plus sign on a plastic stick.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,246 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 37 - Published: 10/12/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Bubbling Over by bravevulnerability reviews
"I was thinking, we should start a new tradition," he muses, flipping open one of the cardboard flaps. "For every time we save each other's life. You know, since it's becoming quite a habit for us." Inspired by events from 8x03, PhDead.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,829 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 93 - Follows: 35 - Published: 10/10/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Finished by Where's Beckett reviews
My musings after 8x02
Castle - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,649 - Reviews: 106 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 10/9/2015 - Published: 9/29/2015 - Kate B., Martha R. - Complete
Say Anything by bravevulnerability reviews
'No matter what she chooses, she'll lose either way, but she still chooses him.' With a new serial killer on the loose, the team must race against the clock to bring him down. But circumstances of the case threaten to tear Castle and Beckett apart. A co-authored story by bravevulnerability and Oliviet.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 20,730 - Reviews: 378 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 313 - Updated: 10/8/2015 - Published: 9/6/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Lightweight by bravevulnerability reviews
'The smile tugs at her lips. He's always been an amusing drunk, maybe a bit whiny, but also sweet, sleepy and easy to handle. "You're a lightweight."' Episode insert of sorts for 8x03, PhDead.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,907 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 42 - Published: 10/6/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Knowing You by Lord of Kavaka reviews
"Am… am I dead?" / "No… no. You're quite alive, Mr. Castle. A complete idiot, but an alive idiot." / Once famous author Richard Castle's luck was about to change when he woke up in the hospital to discover the beautiful Captain Kate Beckett by his bedside, almost eager to get to know him. a "The Time Of Our Lives" story; set in the AUverse.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 14,520 - Reviews: 148 - Favs: 126 - Follows: 229 - Updated: 10/4/2015 - Published: 4/6/2015 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Bullet holes by Ky03elk reviews
The scar that marks her chest is a burden she's unwilling to share. Season Eight speculation (No spoilers).
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,028 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 30 - Published: 10/4/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
in the heart of you by bravevulnerability reviews
'She said it herself, it isn't fair, it doesn't erase what she's done, the new scars she's carving, but his love for her will always trump all else. His need to have her - in any way she will allow - will always win. It always has.' Another post-ep for 8x02, XX. For the tumblr anon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,925 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 36 - Published: 10/2/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Working it Out by WRTRD reviews
Just as Katherine Beckett was finally ready to make a move on Richard Castle, he pulled away. What the hell happened? Why is he with that flight attendant? Not for nothing was Beckett the youngest woman in the history of the NYPD to make detective. She's going to figure this out if it kills her. Unless she kills him first. Set during 4x20, "The Limey." Complete.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 12,991 - Reviews: 272 - Favs: 146 - Follows: 232 - Updated: 10/2/2015 - Published: 9/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Written In Our Scars by chezchuckles reviews
"It's in the stars. It's been written in the scars on our hearts that we're not broken - just bent." A post ep for XX/XY 8x01 and 8x02.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,902 - Reviews: 91 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 39 - Published: 9/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Headlock by bravevulnerability reviews
Post-ep for 8x02, XX. Castle doesn't allow Beckett to walk out, not without a fight.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,447 - Reviews: 92 - Favs: 120 - Follows: 45 - Published: 9/29/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A State of In-Between by l03l reviews
8x02 post ep, in which Castle follows Beckett out the front door. One-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,002 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 25 - Published: 9/29/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Without the Tiger by Kate Christie reviews
"'Without the tiger' Panic seeps into his voice as Castle's eyes meet Beckett's across the dark of the bedroom." A three-word prompt fill from tumblr. Now with artwork by the fabulous E.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 936 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 25 - Published: 9/27/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Click of the Light and the Start of the Dream by KBRC10 reviews
After being held captive for nine months Kate Beckett is finally free, but now she must work with Detective Castle in order to solve the case that almost destroyed her. Can Detective Castle solve the case and bring justice to her? As the case unravels how will it affect both of their lives? AU & Pre-Season.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Crime - Chapters: 19 - Words: 82,564 - Reviews: 172 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 312 - Updated: 9/27/2015 - Published: 3/29/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Blindsided by jstar1382 reviews
"He couldn't stop thinking about his conversation with Alexis. The words were an endless loop of self-deprecation and doubt..." XY post ep
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,258 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 19 - Published: 9/22/2015 - Complete
Objects in Motion by chezchuckles reviews
Set October of 2015, Season 8. No spoilers known. A round robin story written, chapter by chapter, by these authors (listed alphabetically): bravevulnerability, chezchuckles, ColieMacKenzie, darkhours, encantadaa, griever11, jstar1382, narvanator, socasuallycruel, supermandy77, & The-KLF
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 26,211 - Reviews: 399 - Favs: 139 - Follows: 318 - Updated: 9/20/2015 - Published: 7/6/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Elephant's Confession by potterfanxp123 reviews
AU, Set after "Sucker Punch" S2E13: After a fight breaks out in the precinct, the elephants on Beckett's desk break. Cover image owned by ABC/Disney.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 17,095 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 161 - Updated: 9/20/2015 - Published: 5/8/2015 - [Rick C., Kate B.]
Operation: White Whale by InkyCoffee reviews
Mission: Surveillance. Subject: Richard Castle. Transcripts from 27 Feb, 2009. [Castle Summer Hiatus 2015 Ficathon Entry] See my author page for new M!rated companion to Ch 81. Now complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 133 - Words: 25,654 - Reviews: 3310 - Favs: 148 - Follows: 291 - Updated: 9/20/2015 - Published: 5/12/2015 - Kate B., Rick C. - Complete
The Stand by bravevulnerability reviews
"If you would have just stopped, if you would have just let it go…" Roy shakes his head, lips pursing with shame or disappointment, perhaps both. "We wouldn't be here if you would have just stood down." An alternative turn of events in 3x24, Knockout.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,764 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 56 - Published: 9/14/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I Didn't Say It Was A Date by howardtduck48 reviews
AU Season 1: He's been following Beckett for a month and now Castle is going to tell her the one thing guaranteed to make her happy. But will it? (Rated M for Chapters 20 & 21)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 21 - Words: 70,222 - Reviews: 215 - Favs: 95 - Follows: 268 - Updated: 9/13/2015 - Published: 1/9/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.
Hi I'm Your Brother by WRTRD reviews
A sequel to "Hi, I'm Eliot," in which Eliot Beckett-Castle explains the ways of the world to his sibling, long before the baby is born. Part 3 of the baby saga, and my final entry in the Castle Summer Hiatus 2015 Ficathon. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 22 - Words: 38,652 - Reviews: 745 - Favs: 104 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 9/11/2015 - Published: 8/7/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., OC - Complete
Path to Paradise by chezchuckles reviews
A sequel to A Season in Hell. Castle is recovering from a gunshot wound intended for Beckett during Montgomery's funeral.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 15,866 - Reviews: 368 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 269 - Updated: 9/9/2015 - Published: 8/8/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I'd sink us to swim by liviafan1 reviews
Beckett's escort to cousin Sofia's wedding bails at the last minute. Castle swoops in, eager for a night out with her after the progress they've made in "Sucker Punch." Season 2 AU. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 7,391 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 80 - Follows: 237 - Updated: 9/8/2015 - Published: 4/19/2015 - Complete
To Be Alone by bravevulnerability reviews
'"This weekend is work free. You promised," he interrupts her protest, lifting his index finger in the air between them, stealing a moment to narrow his gaze in her direction. "Remember?" And she does. Though, his way of pulling the agreement from between her teeth with his mouth on her skin was and still is wholly unfair.' A Labor Day oneshot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,126 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 26 - Published: 9/7/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Space Between Us by Liv Wilder reviews
Three-shot set after "Cop & Robbers" but before "47 Seconds". "Hey. Did we get a body?" he asks the second she answers. "And good morning to you." He can hear her smile as she speaks, rightly chiding him for his lack of manners and any proper greeting. "Sorry. You're right. Let me start over." He takes a deep breath, pauses and then smiles. "Good morning, detective." COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 8,120 - Reviews: 181 - Favs: 140 - Follows: 178 - Updated: 9/5/2015 - Published: 9/3/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Kitten by Garrae reviews
This is not a place where St Nicholas would distribute presents, though it might be where his demons let off steam. Danger abounds here: hot, heavy and welcome. This is a club where dreams can come true. Of course, dreams should only be a one-time experience... See CH1&3 A/N for Warnings Before Reading and note M-rating. Castle belongs to ABC/Marlowe.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 44 - Words: 156,297 - Reviews: 1409 - Favs: 234 - Follows: 277 - Updated: 9/4/2015 - Published: 1/2/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Small Gifts by spaceman-earthgirl reviews
Castle has always been there for Beckett so she wants to do something for him in return.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,516 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 85 - Updated: 8/30/2015 - Published: 8/9/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fate and Meant to be by l03l reviews
"They slept together. He'd joke that it's not a big deal, after all they have done it before, but they're both aware that it is, in fact, a big deal. They've been divorced two years, and they had finally settled into the rhythm of being friends and parents to Noah, and now everything's a mess."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,274 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 29 - Published: 8/28/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Gone by Ky03elk reviews
How far can you travel to find what is gone? AU after Boom (2x18).
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 22,731 - Reviews: 454 - Favs: 110 - Follows: 273 - Updated: 8/25/2015 - Published: 7/2/2015 - Complete
For All That You Are by rewritetheending reviews
After two more close calls and the beginning of a confession, Kate can't deny her feelings for Castle any longer. Still, diving into something new with her best friend and partner isn't as easy at she'd like it to be. This is a journey through the end of season three and how the C/B relationship might have developed if Kate had broken up with Josh after Countdown.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 11 - Words: 25,979 - Reviews: 417 - Favs: 216 - Follows: 464 - Updated: 8/23/2015 - Published: 7/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Blocked by Liv Wilder reviews
Pre-1x01 one-shot. "I said spread 'em!" she barks again, kicking at each of the man's feet in turn until he steps wider, hands pressed to the wall in front of him, so she can begin a rapid, efficient pat down. Her legs, well her legs just go on forever, and he's got a great view from the middle of the street..." COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Humor/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,171 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 20 - Published: 8/22/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Inside The Locker Room by Liv Wilder reviews
"Okay, look, I think maybe you're hoping for perfect, Beckett. All this work you've been putting in…it's great. Really great. But I can tell you for a fact…perfect doesn't exist." One shot post-4x22 "Undead Again". COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,493 - Reviews: 95 - Favs: 136 - Follows: 44 - Published: 8/19/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Into the Night Go by seilleanmor reviews
A request sent to me by the lovely Sid, and filled for Castle Fanfic Monday. Kate guides her husband through the grief of losing his mother. Character death warning, obviously. One shot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,633 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 24 - Published: 8/17/2015 - Complete
Saisissant La Vie by swallowedminds reviews
For CastleFanficMonday! A Castle Summer Hiatus 2015 Ficathon Entry. Beckett decides to have a baby and is looking for a donor. Castle ends up switching the donors "seed" for his own and doesn't tell Beckett. AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 25,794 - Reviews: 115 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 261 - Updated: 8/17/2015 - Published: 5/25/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., OC
Makes Him Brave by bravevulnerability reviews
'Kate jerks up from her seat, ready to do damage, to make Vulcan Simmons pay, but before she can even dig her hands into his shirt and fling him against the wall, Castle already has him by the neck.' A twist on 3x13, Knockdown.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,985 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 163 - Follows: 66 - Published: 8/17/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Unhinged by WRTRD reviews
In the middle of 4x21, "Headhunters," an angry Beckett confronts Castle at home. First two chapters are rated Rated T, but the final one is M. Three-shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,015 - Reviews: 131 - Favs: 130 - Follows: 200 - Updated: 8/12/2015 - Published: 8/10/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hi I'm Eliot by WRTRD reviews
You heard him talking in "Womb with a View." Now he's out of the womb and has even more to say. (Castle Summer Hiatus 2015 Ficathon Entry. I finished one, and because I seem to have misplaced my mind I'm doing another.) Enormous thanks to dtrekker for the absolutely perfect cover art. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 20 - Words: 29,855 - Reviews: 643 - Favs: 123 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 8/7/2015 - Published: 7/10/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Worst Possible Time by Ganymede Rose reviews
A twist on Beckett's interrupted confession at the end of season two.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 15 - Words: 35,231 - Reviews: 285 - Favs: 169 - Follows: 378 - Updated: 8/6/2015 - Published: 6/1/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., T. Demming - Complete
Caught in the Riptide by bravevulnerability reviews
'Castle plops down to the sand once she's gone, opens his notebook on his bent knees and uncaps his pen. He came here for inspiration, and he may have just found it.' Based on a gif set by katigron on tumblr.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 44,561 - Reviews: 895 - Favs: 460 - Follows: 435 - Updated: 8/5/2015 - Published: 6/8/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
For Blue Skies by bravevulnerability reviews
'New York was bracing for a hurricane and Kate Beckett was terribly ill prepared. But she was even less prepared to see Richard Castle again after a summer of silence.' Set late in the summer, post season 2.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 7 - Words: 15,208 - Reviews: 400 - Favs: 319 - Follows: 443 - Updated: 8/3/2015 - Published: 7/13/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Lost Miracle by debbieroe reviews
Castle and Beckett are happy, married, and even expecting a baby. All is well until one walk in the park takes a turn for the worst.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 5 - Words: 16,387 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 98 - Updated: 8/1/2015 - Published: 6/11/2015 - Rick C., Kate B.