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Never Be The Same by ipreferwestside reviews
He doesn't mean to fall in love. But when Rick's daughter begins to take fencing lessons, he can't help his attraction to her coach. It doesn't take long before he realizes that their attraction is mutual, but will she let her past get in the way of their future? COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 17,193 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 49 - Updated: 7/25 - Published: 7/14 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
The Best-Laid Plans by bingblot reviews
"Her stubborn, stupid body wanted Castle, was apparently fixated on him, and wasn't interested in any substitutes. So maybe she should just go for it, have a one night stand with him, get him out of her system." Starting at the end of 2x23 "Overkill" and going from there.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 41 - Words: 231,359 - Reviews: 740 - Favs: 149 - Follows: 217 - Updated: 5/30 - Published: 4/21/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Snowed In by Lord of Kavaka reviews
She was only there to help her Aunt Theresa while her Uncle Herb recovered from a mild heart attack. But then a blizzard hit and Kate Beckett found herself stuck with an irritating yet ruggedly handsome novelist. Caskett AU Meeting. For Castle Ficathon Winter 2023. NOW COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 22 - Words: 53,881 - Reviews: 344 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 118 - Updated: 5/2 - Published: 11/22/2023 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Gina, Jim B. - Complete
Afterparty by ipreferwestside reviews
She excuses herself from the stragglers, gives Rick a pointed look before making her way to the bedroom. She hears the front door click shut moments later, and she can't begin to care that it's probably obvious to their friends why they were essentially being kicked out. She can't help it: the man can wear the hell out of a suit. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,916 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 16 - Published: 4/11 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Night To Remember by Clavia reviews
Set in s4e11. Castle and Beckett are attending the party after Jenny and Ryan's wedding. Could the evening bring the two of them closer together when Jenny pushes them a little in the right direction? For Castle Ficathon Winter 2023. ONESHOT/COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,191 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 10 - Published: 2/6 - Rick C., Kate B., Jenny oD. - Complete
Picnics And Promises by Clavia reviews
"We should sign up for the three-legged race at the next NYPD picnic" - What Kate had said while being cuffed to Castle had been a joke. But what if he had really signed them up? Could it change anything between them? Set in the second half of season 4. TWOSHOT/COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 16,537 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 1/19 - Published: 1/15 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
tis the damn season by bravevulnerability reviews
"He's close enough to Alexis, but far enough to give her space; close enough to L.A. for him to drive out for press and book meetings, but far enough for him to feel secluded from the spotlight. And best of all, it was a parallel line across the country from New York, from everything that haunts him there." A Christmas season AU that takes place after the events of 3x24, Knockout.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 10 - Words: 26,132 - Reviews: 261 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 100 - Updated: 12/29/2023 - Published: 12/18/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
When Lightning Strikes by Clavia reviews
Set directly after the finale scene of 4x23 Always and developing an alternative storyline following Castle and Beckett finally finding their way to each other. Things will unfold a lot differently and faster than they did on screen. The main theme will be their relationship and the events regarding their families as things continue to evolve. Will contain smut. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 27 - Words: 102,208 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 12/27/2023 - Published: 8/2/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
beginning of dawn by kikijacobi reviews
What if Castle and Beckett had a REAL talk after what happened with Eric Vaughn instead of burying it? I think they deserved one after everything they've been through and everything that happened because they were NOT talking. Situated right after 5x22 THE SQUAB & THE QUAIL and it miiiiight end a bit differently. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 4 - Words: 12,263 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 20 - Published: 12/18/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Day and Night by ipreferwestside reviews
Her heart hammers in her throat as she sets her phone on her side table, and she watches Castle's eyes darken and drop to her lips. His tongue darts out to wet his bottom lip, and she barely has a chance to register that he's moving towards her before his hands are cupping her jaw and his mouth is on hers. A post-3x06 AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,087 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 17 - Published: 11/27/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Filling in The Blanks by AbsentiaCastle reviews
Kate Beckett has recently been pulled off an undercover case that resulted in her cover being blown. For her own protection, her captain has assigned her a personal bodyguard by the name of Rick Castle. But when things get complicated it leaves both parties in an uncomfortable position, questioning what they really want. Entry into Castle Ficathon 2023.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 18 - Words: 35,206 - Reviews: 134 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 107 - Updated: 8/30/2023 - Published: 5/21/2023 - Rick C., Kate B.
Beautiful Hours by ipreferwestside reviews
A snowstorm may shut down the city, but Kate and Rick don't let it ruin their first date. Meeting AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,318 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 27 - Published: 8/3/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Just On The Surface by ipreferwestside reviews
Surprised to find Castle at the precinct the morning after their bad date, with claims that he has the mayor's blessing to shadow her, Kate's in for a rude awakening when he tells her that they also have to pretend to date. A Castle Ficathon 2023 fic. Rated M
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 28,484 - Reviews: 127 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 78 - Updated: 7/28/2023 - Published: 7/12/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Lightning Flashes by Trinity Everett reviews
Richard Castle gets the surprise of his life and looks to his longtime friend, Kate Beckett, for support. Will she be able to step up and help him with his newest challenge? - Caskett, AU. For Castle Ficathon 2020. NOW COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 15 - Words: 42,209 - Reviews: 518 - Favs: 262 - Follows: 346 - Updated: 4/11/2023 - Published: 4/11/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I forgot the most important thing by kikijacobi reviews
AU ending to 2x24. Castle realizes that taking Gina to the Hamptons is a big mistake and it's not fair to her because he loves Beckett and would only use her to get over her. So he mans up and tells Gina that it's a mistake ... What happens then? One Shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,781 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 14 - Published: 3/26/2023 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Set Up by do-it-for-the-fandom reviews
Sick of the subtext, Lanie and the boys take things into their own hands, setting Beckett and Castle up on a blind date! I do not own or profit from these characters. Anything you recognise isn't mine. NOW COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 16,727 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 52 - Updated: 3/5/2023 - Published: 2/17/2023 - Rick C., Kate B., Kevin R., Lanie P. - Complete
That Longing by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Sophia Turner attempts to bring the ultimate chaos, but Rick and Kate find their way through—and, at last, their way to each other. An AU tale set in the time of "Linchpin".
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 13,451 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 62 - Updated: 2/23/2023 - Published: 1/12/2023 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Sophia T. - Complete
A Choice by djinni14 reviews
Kate's mother is recently deceased. She is at a crossroads on what to do. She has quit college but hasn't decided on anything yet. Fate intervenes. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 32,661 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 1/4/2023 - Published: 12/13/2022 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Jim B. - Complete
Common Ground by skygirl55 reviews
Kate Beckett and Richard Castle meet through unexpected circumstances during the holiday season. AU. For CastleFicathonWinter2022
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 7 - Words: 20,219 - Reviews: 137 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 96 - Updated: 12/25/2022 - Published: 12/14/2022 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Something To Believe In by ipreferwestside reviews
It's not that she hates Christmas - the opposite, in fact. When she was a kid, it was her favorite holiday. But ten years ago, her life had changed, her loss turning the season into something that's more bittersweet than anything. Plenty of good memories, but they're all dimmed by the tragedy that's shaped the entire trajectory of her life. A two-part meeting AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 9,441 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 12/10/2022 - Published: 12/8/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Coming Home by imdoingthiswhy reviews
It's Castle's birthday, and one of his gifts is that his little girl is moving back home…without Pi in her life. He didn't think he could be happier. (Very AU after the May 3 episode and finale. LOL One of those stories that was intended to stop around chapter 3 or 4 but wandered off on its own.) Involves family, some excitement, and so much fluff I should be ashamed.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 76,851 - Reviews: 221 - Favs: 158 - Follows: 209 - Updated: 9/9/2022 - Published: 4/12/2014 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Just Keep Breathing by Caskett1960 reviews
Entry for the 2022 Summer Ficathon. AU for Season 4. Castle and Beckett begin dating following the conclusion of the Lee Travis case. Sequel to the story 'Just Breathe.'
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 35,949 - Reviews: 90 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 9/8/2022 - Published: 5/2/2022 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Close To You by ipreferwestside reviews
Between her daughter and her career, single mother Kate Beckett has no time to date. But when she meets a handsome - and oddly familiar - man in a cafe, she starts to think that their burgeoning friendship might not be enough. A 2022 Castle Ficathon entry.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 9 - Words: 30,580 - Reviews: 152 - Favs: 118 - Follows: 114 - Updated: 8/27/2022 - Published: 8/16/2022 - Rick C., Kate B., OC - Complete
Home is Where The Heart Hangs Out Postscript by TankW1 reviews
A silly little AU story that picks up where the original left off. Castle comes to visit Kate at her cabin.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,714 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 8 - Published: 7/29/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hampton getaway by do-it-for-the-fandom reviews
His intentions were pure. There was no ulterior motives, no "what if" or "maybe" had even occurred to him when he extended the invitation to her. But here they were - standing too close, yet too far away, staring at each other in silence and knowing that this was it... this was make or break. I do not own or profit from these characters, anything you recognise is not mine.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 20 - Words: 34,285 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 47 - Updated: 7/25/2022 - Published: 7/4/2022 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Lanie P. - Complete
The Perfect Pair by MadAboutCastle1090 reviews
This is an origin story. More specifically, this is the story of how three "little Castle babies" got their names. This is dedicated to my wonderful friend, thefuturemrscaskett! Thank you for the idea!
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,056 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 6 - Published: 7/9/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Not Just the Dance: Lightning Strike - One Shot by adcgordon reviews
Kate Beckett had nearly died...twice. Both times the man that haunted her thoughts was the one she didn't want to live without. And after that second life-and-death moment she needed Richard Castle to know that she just wanted him.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,584 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 12 - Published: 6/23/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Cookie Incident by Trotline reviews
That cookie had the oddest aftertaste. 2 part AU somewhere mid/late S4 Crack!Fic-ish
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,263 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 5/24/2022 - Published: 5/21/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Story by MistyMae18 reviews
A one shot, set ten years after the end of Season 4. The fight between Castle and Beckett was a little more serious than cannon. Can a TV interview bring them back together?
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,259 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 5/5/2022 - Published: 4/18/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Still Safe by Apples41319 reviews
Set towards the end of Season 3. Castle receives a threat about Beckett's safety after a copycat case. He can't get ahold of her so he goes to her apartment only to find out what was keeping her away from her phone. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 9 - Words: 16,152 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 74 - Updated: 4/26/2022 - Published: 3/3/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Toppling the Pedestal by MadAboutCastle1090 reviews
This one shot can be set any time between 47 Seconds and the end of Undead Again. It begins in the middle of a fight and ends with making up. It's my first attempt at this kind of story.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,907 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 15 - Published: 3/15/2022 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Game, Setup, Match by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A Caskett first-meet story/A Castle Ficathon Winter 2021 entry: It's Kate Beckett's job to recognize connections and to bring people together because of them. It's a job she's successful at, one she loves. When it comes to connections in her own life, however, like the one she recognizes she has with stranger Rick Castle, things are a bit more complicated.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 11 - Words: 26,427 - Reviews: 135 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 105 - Updated: 3/1/2022 - Published: 12/28/2021 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Madison Q. - Complete
Glow by alwayswritewithcoffee reviews
Rick Castle has six weeks to deliver a blockbuster manuscript or lose his book publisher. Fresh off a divorce and lacking both inspiration and Christmas cheer, he agrees to spend the holiday away from the city. Evergreen, Vermont, and its police chief, however, were not part of the plan...
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 12 - Words: 90,012 - Reviews: 352 - Favs: 125 - Follows: 175 - Updated: 2/1/2022 - Published: 12/2/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Better to Give by Garrae reviews
"Kate Beckett, despite all appearances to the contrary, was not, in fact, the Grinch. This would have come as a considerable surprise to all of her friends and colleagues, who were used to her acerbic, not to say scathingly acidic, commentary on Christmas and all things related to the festive season." S2 Castle Ficathon Winter 2021
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,616 - Reviews: 135 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 12/23/2021 - Published: 12/16/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Face to Face by ipreferwestside reviews
A chance meeting at a party sets Kate Beckett down an unexpected path. A Castle Ficathon Winter 2021 entry. Rated M.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 30,709 - Reviews: 135 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 107 - Updated: 12/6/2021 - Published: 11/17/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Still Fallin' by ipreferwestside reviews
When she wakes on Saturday morning to find Rick's side of the bed empty, she decides that they both need a day off from responsibilities. And she's going to do it by spoiling him. Post-series. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,200 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 19 - Published: 10/30/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Here and Now by skygirl55 reviews
Castle, Beckett, and a non-soulmate soulmate AU. One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,759 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 14 - Published: 10/30/2021 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Bring Your Daylight by ipreferwestside reviews
She grabs her phone and types out a text, hits send before she can change her mind. I need to get out of the city. Will you come with me? A three-part season 3 AU. Rated T. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 15,813 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 82 - Updated: 10/22/2021 - Published: 10/19/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Usual Suspects by NoOtherSyde reviews
An alternative Castle and Beckett "meet-cute" (with strong emphasis on the "cute"), where the pair meet for the first time at a book signing for the final Derek Storm novel. Despite some early hesitation from Beckett, the pair hit it off pretty quickly, culminating in an evening spent in Castle's loft.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,131 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 14 - Published: 10/20/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Cruel Summer by Garrae reviews
If he wasn't going to be around, what did anything matter? Justice. Justice for the victim, justice for their families, justice and closure. Justice mattered: being the best cop she could be to deliver that justice. Whatever toll that took. Whatever price she paid. Post Castle leaving, s2. Summer Ficathon 2021
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 25 - Words: 86,420 - Reviews: 821 - Favs: 114 - Follows: 132 - Updated: 9/30/2021 - Published: 8/5/2021 - Rick C., Kate B., Roy M. - Complete
Always is Enough by TankW1 reviews
The conclusion to the story where Better is Enough left off. Will our dynamic duo finally decide what exactly it is that they want... and can they make it happen.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,235 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/22/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One time thing by Lololova reviews
"Not tonight then," he says with that confidence she hates. But it's also what pulls her into him, especially when they're in their birthday suits. She holds in the growl she wants to let out saying that no, not again, not tonight, not tomorrow, not any day, but she also knows she's said that before. /Set after that first episode in season 1. Enjoy!
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 20,703 - Reviews: 98 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 9/20/2021 - Published: 9/4/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Breathless by lovelyja reviews
"Kate, I think you have pneumonia," Lanie says calmly. "And it's time to go to the hospital." Set post 4x05, Eye of the Beholder.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 49,270 - Reviews: 385 - Favs: 142 - Follows: 197 - Updated: 9/16/2021 - Published: 6/5/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Better is Enough by TankW1 reviews
A sequel to Enough is Enough. Kate has kept in touch with Castle since he left. Now she is coming to visit him in the Hamptons . Will something come from her trip, or will the specter of Tom Demming haunt them still.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,876 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 9 - Published: 9/11/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Halloween Surprise by TankW1 reviews
A season 5 AU story. Rick and Kate are a couple and a chance discovery by Kate leads to an interesting surprise for Rick's Halloween Party.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,680 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/8/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Just A Heartache by TankW1 reviews
A post series story that shows that Rick and Kate's sex life isn't always the best on the planet
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,071 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/6/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Payback's A Bitch by TankW1 reviews
New Captain Kate Beckett finds that things aren't copacetic with her new job when she's arrested for the attempted murder of her husband, Richard Castle. AU story that ignores season 8. First story in this fandom. Typical disclaimers.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,838 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 12 - Published: 8/31/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Taming of the Beckett by imdoingthiswhy reviews
Slightly angsty Caskett. Starts New Year's Day of Season 3. Gina's soon gone, Beckett is still with Josh, but Castle decides to try to win her over anyway.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 16,950 - Reviews: 77 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 86 - Updated: 8/25/2021 - Published: 8/20/2021 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Josh D. - Complete
Burning Flames or Paradise by ipreferwestside reviews
When a young NYPD detective has a chance late night meeting with her favorite author, both of their lives change in ways they could have never expected. For the Castle Ficathon 2021. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 34,391 - Reviews: 236 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 121 - Updated: 8/9/2021 - Published: 7/13/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Now That I Found You by AbsentiaCastle reviews
Sequel to 'When I Needed You': After Kate's failed rogue mission, she must find a way to gain Rick's trust back. But will that mean giving up the investigation of her mother's case? More importantly, will she be willing to do that?
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 21 - Words: 37,415 - Reviews: 104 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 107 - Updated: 8/2/2021 - Published: 5/24/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
To Love and Die in NYC by greygoose70 reviews
It not nice to hit woman. My thoughts on what could have taken place after Beckett and Castle returned from L.A.. DISCLAIMER: I own nothing pertaining to this show, if I did we would now be n Season 13.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,844 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 18 - Published: 7/25/2021 - Rick C., Kate B., Josh D. - Complete
What Your Love Is Worth by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Castle Ficathon 2021: Rather than occurring further along in their relationship course, the D.C. job offer (with a twist) comes Kate's way during the difficult period between her and Rick following his overhearing her admit that she does, in fact, remember the events of the day she was shot.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 34,140 - Reviews: 214 - Favs: 112 - Follows: 157 - Updated: 7/16/2021 - Published: 5/3/2021 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R., J. Shaw - Complete
Tunnel Vision by Trinity Everett reviews
"Wake up," Beckett orders, sounding like her usual crisp, business-like self, but he hears something else in her voice. A lilt of mischief. "Get dressed and meet me at your bar in forty-five minutes." - A post-Last Call (Castle 3x10) AU story. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,740 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 33 - Published: 6/15/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Fractured Heart by greygoose70 reviews
He watched them as they walked away his arm around her shoulder her arm low around his back. That's when he felt it, the blow that fractured his heart. DISCLAIMER: Own nothing connected to the show. AN: Oneshot, Complete. Rated "M" for the ending.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,845 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 22 - Published: 6/10/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Whisking It All by ipreferwestside reviews
Kate Beckett is a rising star in her Manhattan law firm. But when she inherits a struggling bakery in a small Connecticut town, she's faced with a decision that could change the course of her entire life. A Castle Ficathon 2021 entry. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 52,650 - Reviews: 265 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 159 - Updated: 5/31/2021 - Published: 5/3/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
When I Needed You by AbsentiaCastle reviews
Caskett Meeting AU: Kate meets novelist Rick Castle at a book signing with her mother. Growing close in a short period of time, sparks fly. But when Rick returns from a book tour, everything has changed. Kate has left him completely in the dark questioning whether he had romanticized something that was never real to begin with.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 27 - Words: 45,008 - Reviews: 271 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 158 - Updated: 5/15/2021 - Published: 1/30/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One step at a time by Lololova reviews
Set from 2x19 Wrapped Up in Death. Follow irritatingly worried thoughts that had Kate taking off to check up on her partner in the late night after having messed with him because of a curse he believed haunted him. Without much hesitation she stayed the night, to protect him. At least that's what she tried to tell herself. There's 8 chapter epilogue
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 9 - Words: 31,321 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 4/3/2021 - Published: 3/27/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Chill Factor by greygoose70 reviews
After the freezer. DISCLAMER: No ownership but a big thanks to AWM for creating these wonderful characters. WARNING: Rated "M" for last segment. AN: This is a one off.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,756 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 18 - Published: 3/24/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Death of a writer by greygoose70 reviews
He pulled out his silencer equipped .22 pistol, aimed and pulled the trigger the bullet striking his target in the back then watched him fall. DESCLAIMER: Do not own anything associated with the show, AWM or ABC. AN: A/U taking place after S-2, E-24. Story is 16 chapters and is Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 17,436 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 19 - Published: 3/15/2021 - Rick C., Kate B., OC - Complete
Where We Go by Trinity Everett reviews
"Most of the time, she doesn't mind that much that he beats her to food and coffee, she likes being pampered, but it's a special day today – one she wanted to commemorate by treating him." - Beckett wakes up on a special morning. Caskett, Post Series Fic.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,700 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 20 - Published: 3/9/2021 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Cake for Two by Pen to Paper Writer reviews
Kate Beckett was hoping her move into designing wedding cakes would work out. She had risked her life savings for her dream to come true. Richard Castle has had enough. His father was beyond demanding. He was being groomed into taking over the old man's company one day. He wanted nothing to do with it. Then one day somehow by fate they meet each other. What could go wrong?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 26,088 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 81 - Updated: 2/28/2021 - Published: 12/27/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., OC - Complete
Girl Code by skygirl55 reviews
A "47 Seconds" AU - what if Lanie intervened to prevent Castle & Beckett from making yet another mistake with their relationship
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,107 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 80 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 2/17/2021 - Published: 2/14/2021 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
From the Ground Up by skygirl55 reviews
The last thing Richard Castle wants it to spend time isolated with Kate Beckett after she threw him out of her life after taking a bullet to the chest, but thanks to unprecedented circumstances, that seems to be the only way to keep her safe. AU Post S3. #castleficathonwinter2020 entry
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 58,426 - Reviews: 470 - Favs: 170 - Follows: 194 - Updated: 2/13/2021 - Published: 1/5/2021 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Full Circle by Caskett1960 reviews
Castle and Kate receive shocking news following their attempted murders at the hands of Caleb Brown. Post 8x22 'Crossfire.' Rated 'T,' but that rating might change.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 16 - Words: 66,030 - Reviews: 276 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 1/25/2021 - Published: 10/12/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Everything I Didn't Say by AbsentiaCastle reviews
4x07 AU: What if Castle didn't make it out of the bank unscathed? What if the explosion caused him to sustain a head injury that scared Beckett into not taking things for granted any longer? Will Castle and Beckett struggle to rekindle their relationship back to the way it was, or will they dive into something new and terrifying? M-rated due only to Chapter 13.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 13 - Words: 23,073 - Reviews: 98 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 115 - Updated: 1/19/2021 - Published: 12/12/2020 - Complete
You're The Top by ipreferwestside reviews
"I'm sorry," Kate says as she takes a step back, "I can't. It's too soon. I just keep seeing her boobs in your face." A post-5x02 one shot, picks up immediately after the episode. Rated M. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,834 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 22 - Published: 1/17/2021 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Spirit of the Season by skygirl55 reviews
What if "47 Seconds" had happened just before the holidays? A Castle S4 Holiday AU. 3 parts.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 15,540 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 94 - Updated: 12/31/2020 - Published: 12/19/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Uncharted by lovelyja reviews
After an undercover case on a cruise ship goes sour, Castle and Beckett are castaway to a desert island somewhere in the Pacific. Forced to rely only on each other and desperately waiting on rescue, will the duo's latest escapade draw them closer together or push them further apart? Set before 47 Seconds.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 56,955 - Reviews: 190 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 138 - Updated: 12/14/2020 - Published: 8/23/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Fighting With Fire by AbsentiaCastle reviews
Beckett and her team are investigating a homicide involving a bank robbery, resulting in Kate working with her former flame, Tom Demming. With Castle stuck in the loft with a broken leg, will Kate be able to remain professional with the guy she once left for him, or will tensions get in the way of work? (Set after the events of 5x19, 'The Lives of Others')
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Crime - Chapters: 15 - Words: 25,323 - Reviews: 172 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 109 - Updated: 12/9/2020 - Published: 10/21/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., T. Demming - Complete
Second Chance by imdoingthiswhy reviews
Season 2 finale AU. Lanie sees the disaster happening as Castle leaves with Gina. She talks to Beckett, then goes behind Beckett's back to stage an intervention. Life, love, cases, crises, etc. follow.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 207 - Words: 973,814 - Reviews: 3269 - Favs: 455 - Follows: 569 - Updated: 12/8/2020 - Published: 8/20/2016 - Complete
quarantined by esmeaplatt reviews
"Quarantine in March." He said, mentally kicking himself for laughing at all of those "Quarantine Baby" memes on Facebook. "The days blended together and…"
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,602 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 11/26/2020 - Published: 11/23/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Block Head by WRTRD reviews
During the summer between Seasons 2 and 3, Castle can't write a thing. Not a thing. 2-shot. I mean it. Or at least I mean it right now. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,144 - Reviews: 136 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 101 - Updated: 11/24/2020 - Published: 11/1/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I'll Be Watching You by Roadrunnerz reviews
Kate Beckett struggles with her demons after the Sniper case and, because of it, she's re-assigned to protect celebrity writer, Richard Castle, whose life is threatened by a dangerous stalker. AU-meeting fic set during season 4.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 37 - Words: 149,799 - Reviews: 945 - Favs: 201 - Follows: 296 - Updated: 11/15/2020 - Published: 3/23/2020 - Complete
but when he walks in, I am loved, I am loved by SamiraScamander reviews
"Castle? Come over, and we'll see if we can get your inspiration to strike again. I'll order dinner. Sounds good?", she asked, her voice the slightest bit unsteady, not noticeable for anyone else except them. Kate didn't want to admit to herself that she's holding her breath, counting her heartbeats, until finally, hours (or seconds?) later, he agreed.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,102 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 9 - Published: 11/1/2020
Burn With Me by ipreferwestside reviews
She finds herself drawn to the neighbor, her eyes often finding him, and not just because he fills out his costume well. No, it's also because the costume in question is almost identical to hers. A Castle Halloween Bash 2020 Entry. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,193 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 12 - Published: 10/31/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Payback by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Recently engaged Castle and Beckett enjoy a weekend getaway at a small cabin in an isolated and secluded location, giving them some much needed privacy. However, all is not quite right, as Castle thinks there may be something sinister lurking in the closet. For Castle Halloween Bash 2020. Rated T.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,161 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 13 - Published: 10/31/2020 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Ghosted by skygirl55 reviews
One of the last people Kate Beckett expected to find entangled in one of her cases was the man she had a fling with over a decade prior, but these things happen. No matter what she's not letting Richard Castle charm his way back into her life. Castle Halloween Bash 2020 Entry
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 29,426 - Reviews: 286 - Favs: 130 - Follows: 173 - Updated: 10/30/2020 - Published: 10/1/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Hunted Down by Garrae reviews
"Hallowe'en was not a time for stupid masks, costumes, parties, fake fears, or candies. It was not even a time for the much older tradition of Guising, brought from Scotland hundreds of years ago, which seemed to have dissolved in the pathetic little trail of Trick or Treating. Hallowe'en was nothing but a bad joke..." CastleHalloweenBash2020
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 14,064 - Reviews: 152 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 10/29/2020 - Published: 10/22/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Times Could Not Be Better by Trinity Everett reviews
Following his retirement and subsequent move back to New York, Castle adjusts to civilian life. A 'Start All Over Again' (aka IndyFic) verse story. Caskett. Job AU/Meeting AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,184 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 27 - Published: 10/18/2020 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Javier E. - Complete
Partners in Crime and Life by Alieh reviews
What if Castle had pushed harder and made Beckett choose during the interrogation room scene in "Mr. and Mrs. Castle"? (8x08) (2 or 3-shot)
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 3,661 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 10/16/2020 - Published: 10/14/2020 - Complete
Truth by djinni14 reviews
In Kate's work she demands the Truth. In her personal life she relies on lies. She tells the truth only when it won't hurt her. So what will get her to see and finally speak the truth? The whole truth and nothing but the truth? When will she finally see that telling the truth will set you free? - COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 19 - Words: 65,952 - Reviews: 122 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 89 - Updated: 10/7/2020 - Published: 9/14/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Jim B. - Complete
Pick of the Litter by ipreferwestside reviews
The first thing she notices about her new neighbor is that he's cute. Not that she's looking for anything - she doesn't have time as a newly minted detective - but their occasional hallway run-ins make her long days a little more bearable. A Caskett meet AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,543 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 68 - Follows: 28 - Published: 9/27/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Rick Who? by penwithnopaper reviews
Kate suddenly and unexpectedly has a partner. She didn't ask for one, didn't want one. He says his name is Richard Castle. Damn but he was handsome and Gates was a pain in her ass and damn if he didn't know how to put her in her place. It didn't hurt that he was a damn good kisser. So now what does she do? COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 56,747 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 9/21/2020 - Published: 8/11/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Future by BattlesNotVictories reviews
What if Kate and Rick were married during The Lives of Others and Still? Fluffy baby fic fill that I tried to keep somewhat canon.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 4,981 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 20 - Published: 9/13/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Lanie P. - Complete
Wine not Coffee by djinni14 reviews
Johanna doesn't die and Kate is home for Christmas break. From here Kate's future and everyone else's changes. No Bracken and no killers. Everything is different all because of one event very far away. Rick and new born baby Alexis have their own life change. Now wine instead of coffee dominates everyones lives. - COMPLETE!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 24 - Words: 83,922 - Reviews: 194 - Favs: 118 - Follows: 107 - Updated: 9/12/2020 - Published: 8/14/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Johanna B. - Complete
How It Could Be With You by ShutUpAndPull reviews
I picked up a thing from s2 and dropped it into late s3. Caskett does the rest.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 11,805 - Reviews: 123 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 108 - Updated: 9/2/2020 - Published: 8/25/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R. - Complete
Butt Dial by Netsrik1 reviews
AU of 'The Limey' Castle overhears Lanie when she butt dials him while talking to Kate in her apartment. How will he take the fact that Kate is 'crazy about him' even though she lied to him?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 53,593 - Reviews: 337 - Favs: 126 - Follows: 231 - Updated: 8/22/2020 - Published: 5/30/2020 - Complete
When the dust settles by Natalie Elizabeth reviews
Set after the events of Cops and Robbers. When another close encounter with death is just to much for Beckett.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,344 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 19 - Published: 8/19/2020
Taking The Leap by Natalie Elizabeth reviews
A crime scene makes Beckett rethink her life and the relationships in it. Set mid to late season 4. Birthday present for LittleLizzieZentara
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Crime - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,147 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 15 - Published: 7/31/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hardest Battles We Fight by PossumSoul reviews
She gave up everything for something that she just lost. It was her all or nothing. Now that it's gone, she realizes just how much she gave up, and how much of it wouldn't just sit around and wait for her to come back. Especially not him. (Post Watershed[5x24]) *COMPLETE W/ 2 PART EPILOGUE*
Castle - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 48 - Words: 183,120 - Reviews: 1691 - Favs: 227 - Follows: 266 - Updated: 7/23/2020 - Published: 11/8/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Alexis C. - Complete
Somewhere Close to Me by Trinity Everett reviews
Amused at her husband's nervous antics, Beckett helps Castle prepare for a special night out with Lily. Caskett. Post-series fic.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,508 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 19 - Published: 7/12/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
The Assassination of Katherine Beckett by greygoose70 reviews
So how does the saying go; if at first you don't succeed... (an A/U for S04/E01) Disclaimer: Property of AWM & ABC only. Has a 'M' rating for last chapter only. Story is complete chapters will be added as edited.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 12,054 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 28 - Published: 7/5/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Jim B., J. Shaw - Complete
Tigerless by DisneyCastleFriends18 reviews
What happens when Kate stops Castle from leaving? Set during "Always" (4x23)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,233 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 9 - Published: 6/30/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Love on Ice by djinni14 reviews
Kate has just been promoted to homicide detective. So she goes shopping for new clothes to wear for her new job. What she finds instead is love. That is until her walls erupt and put an end to her happiness. Now what happens? - COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 41 - Words: 142,614 - Reviews: 282 - Favs: 128 - Follows: 139 - Updated: 6/22/2020 - Published: 4/28/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Faked by DoctorCaskett reviews
What if Kate foresaw the risk to her life at Montgomery's funeral? Knockout 3x24 AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,983 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 13 - Published: 6/11/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Roy M., Jim B. - Complete
Family Found by Trinity Everett reviews
Castle and Lily visit Beckett at the precinct one day and find a new friend in the process. A post-series fic set in the Virtual Castle Season 9 universe (but stands on its own as well). Caskett
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,736 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 68 - Follows: 32 - Published: 6/9/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
The Light in the Pines by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Sometimes a person isolates because it's a necessity. Sometimes a person isolates because they've convinced themselves it's a necessity. Sometimes it takes another person to show them it isn't. In other words, yes, this is yet another story about the aftermath of Kate's shooting, and about how she and Rick find a way to bring their new worlds together. (Rating may fluctuate)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 27,128 - Reviews: 266 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 117 - Updated: 6/3/2020 - Published: 5/6/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R., Jim B. - Complete
The Way I Am by ipreferwestside reviews
At first, Kate thinks she's going crazy. She doesn't remember putting the small glass cactus on her bookshelf; on second thought, doesn't remember even owning it in the first place. A season 3-4 AU. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,850 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 18 - Published: 5/31/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Breathe Again by Caskett1960 reviews
AU for 4x09 'Kill Shot.' What if Castle had followed Beckett into that room at the Grace Tower?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,768 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 34 - Published: 5/28/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Guys Day In by missy52061 reviews
Jim Beckett helps Rick with Reece and Jake while Kate takes Lily out to lunch. I love Jim, and we need lots of Jim in our lives. As always, this is short and fluffy and you will need to brush your teeth when you are done. And I don't own Castle, but I sure wish I did.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,049 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 8 - Published: 5/26/2020 - Complete
What Happens in Vegas by Leonard 356 reviews
A very hungover Kate Beckett wakes in an empty bed in a strange hotel room with no memory of what happened... A 'what if' based upon the end of Season 2. Complete for now.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 3 - Words: 13,176 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 89 - Updated: 5/15/2020 - Published: 5/13/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Gina - Complete
Wide Awake by Trinity Everett reviews
Kate makes a visit to her mother's grave the morning after her fight with Castle, but this time she's not the only one there. - An alternate scene/scene insert for Always. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,259 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 24 - Published: 5/7/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Beginning of the Middle by MadAboutCastle1090 reviews
Castle's list of all the times he has saved Kate's life makes her realize his count is one too few. This scene takes place at the end of Cops and Robbers and tells the story I wish we had seen.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,812 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 10 - Published: 5/5/2020 - Complete
Motive and Opportunity by Trinity Everett reviews
Castle wakes up in the middle of the night with something important on his mind. Season 5 Ficlet. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 630 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 25 - Published: 5/1/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Did You Hear That? by WRTRD reviews
Set during 5 x13, 'Recoil," after Beckett saves Senator Bracken from a car bomb. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 33,513 - Reviews: 546 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 164 - Updated: 4/27/2020 - Published: 11/7/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Dance with Me by JBSconnie reviews
Set during the Limey. Kate knows something is up with Castle and feels the need to talk with him. When she arrives, she notices music and asks him to dance.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,272 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 12 - Published: 4/26/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Best Quarantine by skygirl55 reviews
What if a pandemic happened to Caskett mid-Season 4 (Pre 47 Seconds Arc)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,513 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 4/25/2020 - Published: 4/22/2020 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Forbidden by Docnerd89 reviews
"I shouldn't have kissed you," his words barely a whisper. Just as he started to explain, and just as he saw the mask come down over her face, a heart-wrenching mix of sad and beautiful, with watery eyes and a blush on her cheeks; they heard someone yelling her name.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,111 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 14 - Published: 4/24/2020 - Complete
Maybe Falling by bingblot reviews
It wasn't a date. Never mind that he was single and she was single and they were about to have a nice dinner together. And she didn't care what Castle did in his spare time and she didn't like him and she certainly didn't think he was sexy. (And any minute now, she would start to convince herself.) Two-shot post-ep to 2x14 "The Third Man."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 10,507 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 92 - Updated: 4/24/2020 - Published: 4/17/2020
Alone Together by EllaNight reviews
Set early season 5: Pandemic AU where Caskett are not quarantined together. "She hasn't seen him in a week. He's been quarantined at the loft with Martha and Alexis. God, how she wishes she could have gone over there tonight." Rated M.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,182 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 23 - Published: 4/20/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Going It Alone by casketttopgun reviews
Josh breaks up with Kate when he falls in love with another. Kate finds she is not devastated with the breakup when she realizes she is not in love with Josh, despite her strong affections for him. She comes to the conclusion what she wants in a relationship might be right in front of her. She need not go it alone.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 14 - Words: 20,953 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 27 - Published: 4/9/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Josh D. - Complete
Negotiating a Settlement by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Picking up with our attorneys and love duo, Rick and Kate, following previous installments: "Objections Overruled" and "A Brief Recess." Here, we find the two moving forward in their relationship, taking on a challenging new project.. and also, once again, each other.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 11 - Words: 26,160 - Reviews: 228 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 4/7/2020 - Published: 2/19/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R., Lanie P. - Complete
Love You Through It by castlefan6 reviews
Authors Note: SnowKing1701 PROMPT REQUEST - They get together early in the series and a health scare tests their love, but not separate them. We may take liberties with the events and timeline from Canon and use events to make this a more believable fiction, Warning THIS IS AU, with only brief flashes of Canon. MAJOR CHARACTER ILLNESS, NO DEATH PROCEED WITH CAUTION, SENSITIVE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 64,058 - Reviews: 178 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 60 - Updated: 4/1/2020 - Published: 3/15/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Stay With Me by Fellykins reviews
Beckett always expected to get shot. She was a cop. It was part of the job. What she didn't expect was getting shot at Captain Roy Montgomery's funeral, but it made her realize that there was more to life than loveless relationships and solving her mother's murder.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 28,593 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 105 - Updated: 3/21/2020 - Published: 3/2/2020 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Is Two a Crowd? by Hulihana reviews
The first time it happened was an unexpected accident. What about the second? Beckett is living at the loft after the explosion and subsequent fire in her apartment. Will they grow closer together during this time or will they learn that one's company and two's a crowd?
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,933 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 102 - Follows: 146 - Updated: 3/10/2020 - Published: 5/3/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Poison Pen by CheerfulChemist reviews
Someone is killing recipients of the Poe Award. Could mystery writer Richard Castle be next? Detective Beckett needs to find out. This is an AU story that begins around the time the pilot episode of Castle did.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 61 - Words: 81,686 - Reviews: 565 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 125 - Updated: 3/2/2020 - Published: 1/2/2020 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
Valentine's Day by Lololova reviews
Just a Valentine's Day shot posted a week after Valentine's Day...
Castle - Rated: M - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,530 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 12 - Published: 2/19/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 16 - Words: 63,856 - Reviews: 629 - Favs: 244 - Follows: 594 - Updated: 1/18/2020 - Published: 3/24/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Bank explosion by Lololova reviews
4x07 Cops & Robbers with a small twist. One-shot. Hope you guys enjoy!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,140 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 25 - Published: 1/5/2020 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Too Close by CheerfulChemist reviews
This AU story begins when Rick pulls Kate from her submerged unit in Pandora/Linchpin. Rick's fascination with Sophia Turner is gone. He only cares about a near-drowned Kate.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 101 - Words: 134,519 - Reviews: 695 - Favs: 133 - Follows: 142 - Updated: 1/1/2020 - Published: 9/23/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Sophia T., Jim B. - Complete
The Myth of Control by ShutUpAndPull reviews
An entry for the Castle Ficathon Winter 2019, because S4 told me to: This is a story about love, pure and in no way simple.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 25,936 - Reviews: 213 - Favs: 110 - Follows: 144 - Updated: 12/30/2019 - Published: 11/26/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Lanie P. - Complete
In Seeking as in Finding by Caskettlove77 reviews
A one-shot set during the holidays. Takes place before, but close to 47 seconds in a world where that was at Christmas time. Castle and Beckett at an ice skating rink.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,195 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 16 - Published: 12/27/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Moirai by Trinity Everett reviews
During her Christmas Eve shift, Beckett has an experience she cannot explain, an experience that shapes the rest of her life. Secret Santa AU. Caskett
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,898 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 26 - Published: 12/24/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
What the Heart Wants by bingblot reviews
"Are you in love with Detective Beckett?" He wasn't. He couldn't be. Could he? A fix-it fic for the summer after S2.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 18 - Words: 89,297 - Reviews: 519 - Favs: 206 - Follows: 276 - Updated: 12/21/2019 - Published: 8/2/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Cerulean by Garrae reviews
"A small blue dot in her vision. But it was the wrong blue. It wasn't her blue. She wanted her blue. But it wasn't there." Fluff in three chapters.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 10,299 - Reviews: 145 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 113 - Updated: 11/14/2019 - Published: 11/10/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Jim B. - Complete
A not-so-spooky date night by EllaNight reviews
"As much as she loves Halloween with their kids, she wasn't too upset at having a night off with her husband and the loft all to themselves." A post-series one-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,553 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 28 - Published: 11/4/2019 - Rick C., Kate B.
Ars longa, vita brevis by Qoc762 reviews
A famous artist's student suffers more than just a brush with death. Beckett and Castle try to get a clear picture of the situation. Follows on 'Stained', followed by 'A Message from Mercury'.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Mystery/Crime - Chapters: 1 - Words: 19,529 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/20/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
Fire and Ice by Garrae reviews
When she was four, she met the dragon, and wasn't impressed... She wasn't any more impressed now, when it clearly was real – and much, much bigger. Fluff, tangentially related to Hallowe'en. #CastleHalloweenBash2019
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 14,101 - Reviews: 173 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 86 - Updated: 10/13/2019 - Published: 10/6/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
No Trick, Just Treat by ShutUpAndPull reviews
'Castle Halloween Bash 2019 Entry' : (2-shot, AU, S4) Rick approaches Kate with a last-minute costume idea for his annual Halloween party and, fortunately for him, unfortunately for others, she agrees to it. Cue the party, cue the costumes, cue the treats.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,930 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 10/11/2019 - Published: 10/9/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Lanie P. - Complete
Almost Home by bravevulnerability reviews
"He cares about you, Kate. You may not see it, may not have been ready to before all of this, but he does." An AU twist to 2x18, Boom!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 48,222 - Reviews: 924 - Favs: 442 - Follows: 354 - Updated: 9/27/2019 - Published: 8/19/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Brief Recess by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A follow-up piece to Objections Overruled: When an overworked Kate suggests to Rick they spend a weekend away for some quality time alone, little does she know what her suggested destination has in store for them, and in more ways than one.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 6 - Words: 14,227 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 9/23/2019 - Published: 8/29/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Johanna B. - Complete
This is Goodbye by greygoose70 reviews
"So what did you want to say, Castle," she asked impatience clearly in her voice. "Just this," he replied looking self assured. "I love you Katherine Beckett...and goodbye. He then turned, got on the elevator and was gone. A Season 2 A/U story. Disclaimer: Don't own them but thank you AWM for creating them.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,372 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 44 - Published: 9/17/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Guam by Leonard 356 reviews
Season 8: After two months apart, Rick goes 'all-in' with a last ditch effort to save his marriage. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 16,846 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 91 - Updated: 9/13/2019 - Published: 9/5/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Hayley S. - Complete
A Clash of Duties by CheerfulChemist reviews
This is an AU story. Jackson's mission at the U.N. doesn't go south, and Martha has a chance to tell him about Richard. The time frame will start the morning after the fateful night through Richard Castle as a mystery writer. Yes, he will meet Kate. Have patience.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 46 - Words: 60,996 - Reviews: 359 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 91 - Updated: 9/4/2019 - Published: 7/21/2019 - Rick C., Martha R. - Complete
A New Mom by greygoose70 reviews
A future look into the Castle household. Disclaimer: Gee, I wish I owned these characters, unfortunately I don't, that privilege belongs to AWM. Rated M just to be safe.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,338 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 22 - Published: 8/29/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Starting Over by CTTFICFAN reviews
This is a combined effort of three writers to give a fresh spin on how the series could have started, progressed. It's totally AU, will follow canon's overall theme, but differences are made to make the story work, including dates and ages of characters. It starts immediately before the first episode, What if RC and KB knew each other before the Launch Party?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 9 - Words: 26,336 - Reviews: 100 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 80 - Updated: 8/27/2019 - Published: 8/10/2019 - Complete
After Flowers for Your Grave by ucsbdad reviews
Just a little AU look at a possible change in the series premiere. COMPLETE!
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,017 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 8/25/2019 - Published: 8/24/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Roy M., Kevin R. - Complete
Afire by CaskettFanaticNell reviews
This is a little missing scene from Valkyrie (6x01) PWP. You've been warned.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,361 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 24 - Published: 8/21/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Start Me Up by Garrae reviews
He'd been pretty close to celibate for months...which had left him here, a hundred miles and more north of the city, God alone knew where, on a bike he could just about ride with a temper he could just about control and absolutely no idea where to go or what to do next. AU, Pre-series, 2-shot #CastlePornado2019
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,051 - Reviews: 103 - Favs: 101 - Follows: 70 - Updated: 8/13/2019 - Published: 8/11/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Castle, where are we going? by MadAboutCastle1090 reviews
This conversation takes place sometime after "Still" and "The Squab and the Quail." I always thought a conversation between Castle and Beckett about where their relationship was going would have been interesting to watch. Instead, Beckett got the answer to her question in the form of a proposal, which was still pretty great.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,539 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 11 - Published: 8/12/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Objections Overruled by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A first-meeting AU story: Attorneys, Katherine Beckett and Richard Castle, who seemingly have little in common, find themselves on opposite sides of a divorce case and, to their surprise, with a very similar interest-namely each other. (Rating is precautionary, but likely applicable)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 21,265 - Reviews: 203 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 160 - Updated: 8/12/2019 - Published: 7/11/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P. - Complete
Killer Heels by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Rick Castle comes home from an editorial meeting at Black Pawn's downtown offices to a surprise involving some killer red heels. Set during Season 6. Rated M. For CastlePornado2019.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,075 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 24 - Published: 8/11/2019 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Driving Forces by Trinity Everett reviews
"Not one of them ever looked at you the way Kate Beckett looks at you." - A different way 47 Seconds could have played out. Caskett, Rated M. For the CastlePornado.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,419 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 35 - Published: 8/11/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Martha R. - Complete
Evident Escalation by Lord of Kavaka reviews
She always hated the phrase "one thing led to another". One thing did not lead to another. Never did. Yet despite that fierce belief, Kate Beckett could not deny the truth that yes, one thing had led to another, resulting in her bringing her annoying, self-absorbed, jackass of a shadow back to her apartment after wrapping up the case. Tick, Tick, Tick/Boom AU. For CastlePornado2019
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,524 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 28 - Published: 8/10/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
The writer and his muse by Pegship reviews
It started with a handshake. Damn Castle and his eloquence. He turned that simple gesture, the brief joining of hands, into an invitation to fantasy. An imagined journey from 5x03 through their honeymoon.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,356 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 25 - Published: 8/9/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Breakeven by EllaNight reviews
Prompt fill: "Caskett break the bed." Insert for 7x03 Clear & Present Danger. "She wants all of him, wants his hands free to roam over every inch of her skin, for his talented fingers to drive her absolutely crazy. God, she's missed him. So damn much." My entry for this weekends Castle Pornado!
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,699 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 34 - Published: 8/9/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Mnemosyne by Garrae reviews
"The hell you don't remember. Do you want to know trauma? I was shot in the chest and I remember every second of it." And suddenly, she did. AU from 47 Seconds. #Castleficathon2019
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 30 - Words: 102,205 - Reviews: 1333 - Favs: 193 - Follows: 234 - Updated: 8/8/2019 - Published: 6/2/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., V. Gates, C. Burke - Complete
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: 653 - Favs: 205 - Follows: 268 - Updated: 8/3/2019 - Published: 5/15/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Rising Tide by Caskettlove77 reviews
Takes place after they have finished the case in L.A. Unable to catch a flight back to New York, they are forced to stay another night. Romance.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,227 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 149 - Updated: 7/28/2019 - Published: 4/2/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Flight delayed by Lololova reviews
Prompt: My flight was delayed 3 hours so I was doing what any human does when they're bored. Minding my own business swiping through tinder & the guy behind me goes "ouch hard no for that one?" And I turn around ONLY TO SEE THE MAN I JUST SWIPED NO ON BEHIND ME HAHAHA
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 9,508 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 175 - Updated: 7/20/2019 - Published: 4/7/2019 - Rick C., Kate B.
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: 985 - Favs: 288 - Follows: 332 - Updated: 7/20/2019 - Published: 5/11/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Chipping Through the Ice by CheerfulChemist reviews
This is my entry into the Castle Ficathon 2019. It is an AU story in the same universe as Shattered Lies and picks up five months later. We start with a baby and a mystery for Out of The Cold. The cover image is by Artifex Prime.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Family/Crime - Chapters: 73 - Words: 96,426 - Reviews: 500 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 7/20/2019 - Published: 5/9/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Remy by Alyssa86InMN reviews
She doesn't consider herself a cat person, but maybe Kate will make an exception for this cat. Two-shot.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,707 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 6/18/2019 - Published: 6/15/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A Change of Scenery by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A wee follow-up to a previous story, "Behind the Scenes," that finds Rick and Kate finally reuniting after a lengthy period apart. Fluff ensues.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,448 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 66 - Updated: 6/18/2019 - Published: 6/12/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Observe and Learn by greygoose70 reviews
"What can I do?" Castle asked following in behind the two detectives. "You can watch," Beckett replied snobbishly. AU: This is not the type of story I usually write, but I just watched the episode 'Den of Thieves' and wondered what if Beckett heard Castle's remark and didn't like it. So I wrote this, yes I know the title sucks.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,365 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 16 - Published: 6/14/2019 - Complete
Mind Matters by KrissaBelle7 reviews
Set during Headhunters (S04E21). AU. Oneshot. "It happened after the bar fight. You might be right, I think I got a concussion or something but for some reason I ended up being able to hear your thoughts when you're near me."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,692 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 30 - Published: 6/8/2019
MIA: Missing in Action by greygoose70 reviews
"Please," she whispered to whatever deity was out there. "Keep him safe. I need him, god help me I love him." Disclaimer: Don't own the characters I just get to play with them. Took this further than I had originally intended to but what can I say...I'm a sucker for happy endings. Thanks for reading. And to all of you that R&R the prequel, thanks for your input and comments.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 12,184 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 22 - Published: 6/2/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One More Button by mysterymuse reviews
What if Castle and Beckett stayed behind at the Old Haunt, alone, after everyone had gone? Post-Last Call AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 12,903 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 284 - Updated: 5/27/2019 - Published: 10/6/2013 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Unfinished by mysterymuse reviews
Post-Knockdown AU. No Josh. What if Castle showed up at Beckett's door that night?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,129 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 22 - Published: 5/23/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Can't Go Home Again by PossumSoul reviews
(4x01 AU) "You don't remember... the gunshot?" Rick says, letting cowardice guide him as it always does with her. "No, I remember I was giving the speech and everything just went black." What if she was being honest and really didn't remember her shooting? [COMPLETE W/ EPILOGUE]
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 24 - Words: 88,670 - Reviews: 745 - Favs: 203 - Follows: 261 - Updated: 5/15/2019 - Published: 3/27/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Don't mess with Castle by greygoose70 reviews
Beckett couldn't believe what she was seeing, twice Tom came at Castle and twice Castle threw him to the mat. (A Season 2 story) Disclaimer: Characters are not mine, only wish they were.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,277 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 43 - Published: 5/13/2019 - Complete
Shattered Lies by CheerfulChemist reviews
This is an AU story that begins during "Food to Die For." Castle finds something wrong with the way Perlmutter says that Wolf died. When Beckett checks out his suspicions, it leads to a much bigger plot. And there is Maddy Queller and Kate's growing uncertainty about Demming. Cover image by @Artifex Prime.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Crime/Romance - Chapters: 54 - Words: 70,779 - Reviews: 571 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 112 - Updated: 5/8/2019 - Published: 3/16/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., T. Demming - Complete
Consequences (Hypotheticals Series--Season 2) by JohnQKole reviews
Post Season 2. Beckett goes on vacation while Castle is writing in the Hamptons. Circumstances cross their paths and they end up spending some of that time together.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 85,913 - Reviews: 290 - Favs: 177 - Follows: 204 - Updated: 4/29/2019 - Published: 2/22/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
By Definition by Trinity Everett reviews
Sorting through baby things turns a bit serious, then a little bit silly. Caskett, Post-Series Ficlet.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,626 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 25 - Published: 4/28/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
The Language of Flowers by Garrae reviews
"Suddenly it occurred to her that Castle was a wordsmith. A man who used language... And, therefore, she should be looking at the meaning of the plants he'd picked." Castle tries to win Beckett's heart in the oldest way possible. S1 AU, with flowers.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,764 - Reviews: 187 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 95 - Updated: 4/28/2019 - Published: 4/21/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
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: 121 - Favs: 163 - Follows: 49 - Published: 4/26/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One-Writer Girl by Liv Wilder reviews
One-shot based on the end scene in 3x21: Dead Pool when Beckett tells Castle that from now on she's a one-writer girl. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,862 - Reviews: 143 - Favs: 139 - Follows: 38 - Published: 4/24/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
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: 219 - Favs: 172 - Follows: 149 - Updated: 4/11/2019 - Published: 4/9/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Made to Be by Trinity Everett reviews
Although she might not have had time to plan a party for Castle's birthday, Beckett is able to make the occasion big anyway. Caskett, Post-Series.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,653 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 29 - Published: 4/2/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Within Reach by skygirl55 reviews
Castle continued to follow his partner with tension in his gut. He just knew something was off about this place. Caskett S3 AU. 3 Parts.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 11,343 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 112 - Updated: 3/30/2019 - Published: 3/23/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Reach Behind by PossumSoul reviews
(Post 47 Seconds) She knows she made a mistake, one that she was hoping would fix itself over time. But her first case comes back to haunt her and she's up against too much to go it alone. She needs him back. {COMPLETE W/ EPILOGUE}
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 81,242 - Reviews: 684 - Favs: 207 - Follows: 280 - Updated: 3/25/2019 - Published: 7/5/2018 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Old Wives Tales by Alyssa86InMN reviews
The time traveler said they'd have three kids and Castle is determined to have that prediction be true. One-shot.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,550 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 23 - Published: 3/5/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., OC - Complete
Begotten by skygirl55 reviews
"Since our time together in that interrogation room, I've felt like you reminded me of someone. It's my daughter; you remind me of her." Caskett FFYG AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 3 - Words: 14,763 - Reviews: 167 - Favs: 167 - Follows: 155 - Updated: 3/2/2019 - Published: 2/23/2019 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Taken by Storm by ShutUpAndPull reviews
An AU meet - Kate Beckett's sailboat and Rick Castle's vacation fortuitously cross paths, and what comes of that convergence is neither expected nor uncomplicated.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 17,530 - Reviews: 188 - Favs: 94 - Follows: 137 - Updated: 2/25/2019 - Published: 1/30/2019 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
Surprise by KateMB reviews
While away on a book tour, Rick returns to his hotel room to find someone special. A November 2018 Castle Pornado fic.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,022 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 50 - Updated: 2/22/2019 - Published: 1/28/2019 - 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: 405 - Favs: 141 - Follows: 184 - Updated: 2/19/2019 - Published: 1/19/2019 - [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: 1506 - Favs: 364 - Follows: 525 - Updated: 2/18/2019 - Published: 5/2/2018 - Rick C., Kate B.
Secret calls by Lololova reviews
Thanks so much to Vala who sent me this prompt about a week ago! Without her this little something wouldn't have seen the light of day, so to say lol. Hope you're all having an amazing week! Prompt will be at the end of this one shot in order not to spoil too much. All you need to know is it's set in early S4, enjoy loves!
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,132 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 22 - Published: 2/8/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Burn by Lololova reviews
"It took him a second because she was smiling so bright, brighter than he'd ever seen, and her hair was longer than the last time he saw her. Maybe it had been her bright smile that had caught his eyes. God, she looked beautiful. And he couldn't help but start wondering what Kate Beckett had done during the year they hadn't seen each other." Prompt from Kim, thank you xx
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,692 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 21 - Published: 1/7/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Promise of a Promise by ShutUpAndPull reviews
An entry for the Castle Ficathon Winter 2018: Kate accepted the task force job in D.C. and she and Rick haven't spoken since, but when he becomes the victim of a violent attack and she rushes to the city in its aftermath, will it pave the road back to one another? (Hint: Yes)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 17,606 - Reviews: 185 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 171 - Updated: 1/7/2019 - Published: 12/28/2018 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Playing Well With Others by Pen to Paper Writer reviews
Kate is a nurse and a damned good one. Her patients come first there is no question about her drive to comfort people in their time of need. Rick is a world class chef. He studied abroad and can make you something that will be cherished when you bite into it. He is a foodie at heart. But both of them have a past that would make them think twice about their love lives again.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 22 - Words: 45,328 - Reviews: 340 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 109 - Updated: 1/6/2019 - Published: 8/12/2018 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., OC - Complete
Surprise Vacation by Lololova reviews
She had wanted to stomp off. To just walk out the office and slam the door behind her in protest. But she didn't. She wasn't a child! Not like the nine-year-old on a sugar rush to a partner! So, she'd walked out the door with determined steps, not stomping, and given her captain a glance of annoyance. - There are three chapters.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,927 - Reviews: 65 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 72 - Updated: 1/5/2019 - Published: 1/3/2019 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 420 - Favs: 147 - Follows: 215 - Updated: 12/30/2018 - Published: 11/7/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Don't Bet the Castle by Alyssa86InMN reviews
Following their rogue mission in Los Angeles to solve the murder of Mike Royce, Castle and Beckett find themselves making an emergency landing in Las Vegas where they make a life-altering bet. NOW COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 14,281 - Reviews: 201 - Favs: 114 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 12/20/2018 - Published: 12/6/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 157 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 138 - Updated: 11/19/2018 - Published: 11/16/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Company by Trinity Everett reviews
A chance encounter in the park has the potential to turn Kate Beckett's life upside down. Caskett AU. Now Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 35,877 - Reviews: 781 - Favs: 277 - Follows: 332 - Updated: 11/12/2018 - Published: 5/9/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Freefall by Roadrunnerz reviews
Castle and Beckett are trapped in an elevator together right after the end of "The Limey". Three chapter ficlet.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,964 - Reviews: 109 - Favs: 137 - Follows: 148 - Updated: 11/4/2018 - Published: 10/29/2018 - Complete
Truth or Exodus by castlefan6 reviews
This is my AU version of events as the show picks up with Episode 4-01. Dr. MB has already been sent packing just days before, Rick picks up on Kate's lie, he knows she remembers, and calls her on it. Some Angst, some canon but mostly AU. Dedicated to one of my followers Cece AKA Dreamwriter08 with gratitude for all her support.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 17 - Words: 47,697 - Reviews: 161 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 10/22/2018 - Published: 10/10/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
An embarrassment of blushes by kimmiesjoy reviews
An Au moment set during an Embarrassment of Bitches s4. For mobazan27.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 461 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 24 - Published: 9/20/2018 - Kate B. - Complete
Dress by EllaNight reviews
"Only bought this dress so you could take it off." 4x20 AU in which Castle goes undercover with Beckett in The Limey and she wears the black dress for him.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,189 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 133 - Follows: 57 - Published: 9/14/2018 - Rick C., Kate B.
Two Moments Collide by castlefan6 reviews
This is my AU version of events immediately following the interrogation of Bobby when Rick learns of Kate's lie. I hated the episode with Slaughter and was not so much a fan of the Limey. I think Rick was painted as a jilted Youth, rather than the mature man, who had survived infidelity, and differences with two wives, as well as desertion from Kyra.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,051 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 47 - Updated: 9/9/2018 - Published: 9/7/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Run to Me by Caskettlove77 reviews
His heart is broken and he feels so rejected, but he couldn't have just imagined everything they had, the connection they have. "Talk to me. Kate, I was just, just trying to keep you safe." -She runs, it's what she does. What happens if she runs this time? What about everything they have been working towards? What about partners? What about being more?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 19,137 - Reviews: 111 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 162 - Updated: 9/4/2018 - Published: 6/14/2018 - Rick C., Kate B.
Fight by Lololova reviews
Prompt found on Tumblr by anonymous: Castle and Beckett have a fight and when Beckett goes to her mother's grave she finds Castle there.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,607 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 17 - Published: 8/29/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Wrecking Ball by JaiSpade reviews
"She soon after spun on her heel and locked gazes with Castle. Heat pulsed between them as she slowly glided across the floor toward him. If he thought he was going to combust before…" Set during Season 4, sometime after "Linchpin." Castle and Beckett cross a line.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,151 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 8/29/2018 - Published: 8/23/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Understanding and Support by Trinity Everett reviews
"After all, that's what he and Beckett do frequently now, whether it's sitting in a booth at Remy's or in his living room after a hard case. Nothing sexual about it, just two people enjoying each other's company. Right?" - A 2x20 Caskett AU
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,318 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 110 - Follows: 48 - Published: 8/21/2018 - 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: 334 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 131 - Updated: 8/19/2018 - Published: 7/10/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Brittle by Perspex13 reviews
Beckett's life is turned upside down when her wayward partner turns up again. An AU story.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Crime - Chapters: 6 - Words: 25,473 - Reviews: 279 - Favs: 102 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 8/6/2018 - Published: 7/24/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
This Changes Everything by FebWriter reviews
Post 8x22. When Kate and Rick are shot in their own home, it's only the beginning of a journey that changes everything, not just for them, but for their friends and loved ones. New paths open up, while the bonds of love and friendship only grow stronger. The future is everyone's to decide.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 117 - Words: 465,902 - Reviews: 1601 - Favs: 338 - Follows: 436 - Updated: 8/5/2018 - Published: 7/11/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
a possibility for joy by esmeaplatt reviews
"You guys are going to be outnumbered! There could be a mutiny and you'd have no choice but to meet their demands."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,361 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 30 - Published: 7/19/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Be With Kate? by lms2457 reviews
While staying with Castle after her apartment is destroyed, Kate makes an unexpected discovery. One Shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,791 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 17 - Published: 7/18/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Exculpatory by Lololova reviews
Kate Beckett has a daughter she received at only sixteen, but despite her being a single mom she's managed to become a homicide detective only 9 years later. When Kate meets Richard Castle she doesn't recognize him at first but as he continues to be rather sweet to her and her daughter she can't help finding him becoming a friend.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 21 - Words: 46,833 - Reviews: 183 - Favs: 132 - Follows: 150 - Updated: 7/14/2018 - Published: 3/30/2018 - Complete
Confessions by Dmarx reviews
He put together a fundraiser in honor of her mother because he loves her, and she's been working so hard in therapy to get to the point where she can wholly love him back. She's not quite sure she's ready to say the words, but she knows she's ready to show him. One-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,511 - Reviews: 86 - Favs: 151 - Follows: 47 - Published: 7/12/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
What Came of Chance by ShutUpAndPull reviews
An entry for Castle Ficathon 2018: In this AU, you will meet Kate Beckett, a woman who long ago moved back to her small hometown to help care for her father, and you will meet Rick Castle, a famed mystery author at the lowest point in his career, and thanks to one arbitrary decision, they meet one another. Love ensues.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 71,854 - Reviews: 361 - Favs: 141 - Follows: 181 - Updated: 7/10/2018 - Published: 5/8/2018 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Jim B. - 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: 1746 - Favs: 234 - Follows: 333 - Updated: 7/2/2018 - Published: 1/14/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Confessions by EllaNight reviews
Prompt: "In 4x01 Kate is heavily medicated and ends up telling Josh she loves him thinking he is actually Castle." Based on an episode from Desperate Housewives. For Jo.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 9,883 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 137 - Follows: 173 - Updated: 7/2/2018 - Published: 6/3/2018 - 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: 84 - Favs: 147 - Follows: 68 - Published: 6/27/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Kind of Purple by hushedgreylily reviews
The one time not staying in the car nearly cost late-season-2 Castle and Beckett everything. And everything is kind of purple. Oneshot. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,734 - Reviews: 58 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 8 - 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: 448 - Favs: 183 - Follows: 200 - Updated: 6/21/2018 - Published: 5/12/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
I'm Here by Caskettlove77 reviews
Takes place immediately following Pandora/Linchpin. What if they had left the precinct together after going through those life endangering moments they had faced during this case? A little story in my mind after seeing Beckett's love eyes for Castle and wanting to make him feel better. (maybe 3 shot ;) )
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,573 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 97 - Updated: 6/21/2018 - Published: 5/30/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
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: 892 - Favs: 386 - Follows: 350 - Updated: 6/13/2018 - Published: 4/30/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
More Action by aftermidnightmuse reviews
Castle overhears Kate discussing their relationship with Lanie. He takes action. A little story I found that had been sitting on my laptop since 2012, whoops! Set in Season 4. One shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,731 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 5 - Published: 6/7/2018 - Complete
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: 89 - Favs: 177 - Follows: 88 - Published: 6/3/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
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: 97 - Follows: 36 - Published: 5/20/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The World at Our Feet by Trinity Everett reviews
After leaving work early one night, Beckett surprises Castle with something magical. Season 7 fic. Caskett
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,150 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 26 - Published: 5/20/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - 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: 53 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 34 - Published: 5/19/2018 - Complete
The Unexpected by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Castle overhears Beckett interrogating Bobby during the Boylan Plaza bombing case, but instead of storming off in a hurt fit, he is too stunned to move. 47 SECONDS AU. Oneshot. Originally posted as a tweet fic.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,576 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 93 - Follows: 32 - Published: 5/10/2018 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
The Nascent Exposure by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Richard Castle accidentally stumbles into something amazing during while Detective Kate Beckett is staying at his Loft after her apartment went boom. For CastlePornado. Rated M.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,237 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 47 - Published: 5/5/2018 - [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: 56 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 32 - Published: 4/29/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Confessions and Home Cooking by NotYetLostFaith reviews
Post Ep AU one shot for 47 seconds where Kate never confessed to Bobby and instead invited Castle for dinner.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,017 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 34 - 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: 86 - Favs: 102 - Follows: 88 - 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: 99 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 92 - Updated: 4/21/2018 - Published: 4/18/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Cookie Monster by CastleBeckett130807 reviews
"I bet you don't even know there are different levels to your jealousy. Sometimes it's sexy, but tonight it's just downright adorable." A little fluffy Caskett one shot with the whole package. A what should have been their future. Banter, jealousy, family and more!
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,404 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 11 - Published: 4/12/2018 - Rick C., Kate B., OC - 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: 188 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 215 - Updated: 4/9/2018 - Published: 4/3/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
More Than You Know by Trinity Everett reviews
She has Castle to thank for her life and a roof over her head, she can plan a birthday party for him. - Caskett, Season 2 AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,783 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 98 - Follows: 37 - Published: 4/8/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Reaching by PossumSoul reviews
(S3 AU) "Brattleboro, Vermont?" Beckett asks. "Yes, ma'am. I'm calling because you're listed as the emergency contact for a Richard Castle. I'm afraid we have some bad news." *COMPLETE*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Tragedy - Chapters: 24 - Words: 77,783 - Reviews: 834 - Favs: 320 - Follows: 345 - Updated: 4/4/2018 - Published: 3/4/2018 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - 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: 97 - Favs: 229 - Follows: 70 - Published: 4/1/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Finding Her Hero by CheerfulChemist reviews
This is an AU story that takes place right after Castle beats Lockwood's face in, in Knockdown. Kate decides to stay with Castle until he can use his hand again.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Crime - Chapters: 23 - Words: 31,310 - Reviews: 275 - Favs: 130 - Follows: 156 - Updated: 3/30/2018 - Published: 3/8/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Follow the Rabbit by Ilovetoread09 reviews
Beckett sends Castle on a fun adventure for his birthday. Future Fic.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,467 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 19 - Published: 3/27/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Tightrope by EllaNight reviews
Countdown (3x17) AU from when Castle defuses the bomb. "She isn't thinking when she lets her feet carry her across the small distance separating them; she just acts on pure, raw instinct, wrapping her arms around his neck once more, only this time she pulls him down and captures his lips with hers."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,020 - Reviews: 188 - Favs: 248 - Follows: 248 - Updated: 3/19/2018 - Published: 3/5/2018 - 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: 67 - Favs: 98 - Follows: 32 - 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: 154 - Follows: 215 - Updated: 3/10/2018 - Published: 1/20/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Codes and the Crown by Trinity Everett reviews
Summer is a time to relax and rest easy, and in Kate Beckett's case, help her daughter save an imaginary kingdom. - Caskett, Future!Fic.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 9,715 - Reviews: 169 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 109 - Updated: 3/7/2018 - Published: 2/25/2018 - [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: 209 - Favs: 199 - Follows: 234 - Updated: 3/4/2018 - Published: 2/26/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
With Lying Eyes by PossumSoul reviews
A dark, deeply buried secret from Castle's past resurfaces just as a case involving someone close to her puts him at odds with Beckett. (Set late Season 3)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 16 - Words: 48,399 - Reviews: 274 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 222 - Updated: 3/3/2018 - Published: 9/2/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.]
With Fragile Hearts by Dmarx reviews
It's new and tentative, this thing between them – sharing beds and lives and progressively larger pieces of their hearts. A different take on the events of 3x22 through 4x01. One-shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,983 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 127 - Follows: 36 - Published: 2/28/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Castle Fanfic - 47 Seconds, or Skipping past the angst by CharacterDriven reviews
A lot of wonderful, deep, poetic stuff has been written about this angst-filled episode. I've only seen 47 seconds twice simply because it hurts too much to watch... it's not fun for me. So, since I cannot possibly measure up to others' takes on one of the most soul-crushing moments in TV history, I'm taking a slightly different path.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,617 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 39 - Published: 2/28/2018
A Whole New Light by PossumSoul reviews
She jumped in, ready never to look back. She just lost everything she's supposed to care about, but she only cares about her partner. And now, she's ready for the relationship she's truly wanted. (Immediately post-Always AU) *COMPLETE*
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 16 - Words: 47,867 - Reviews: 195 - Favs: 149 - Follows: 226 - Updated: 2/27/2018 - Published: 11/2/2015 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
The Way We Feel by MCMLXXVIII reviews
She knocks, shifting anxiously on her feet as she waits for him to open the door. It's ridiculous that she's nervous. She's not a teenage girl asking her crush out for a date. It's not even a date. Well... it could be a date. If he wants it to be. If she wants it to be. She's pretty sure he'll be up to anything she asks of him. (Set mid-Season 4)
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,146 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 99 - Follows: 25 - Published: 2/23/2018 - 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: 824 - Favs: 156 - Follows: 229 - Updated: 2/22/2018 - Published: 9/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
Building Sand Castles by J.J Iris reviews
"You know, being married to Richard was great- Full of romance and excitement, Like a deliciously sweet soufflé. And then one day, I realised, he knew everything about me- My deepest secrets, my worst pain- Enough to fill a million novels. But I didn't know enough about him to even write a pamphlet." Meredith causes Kate to decided she should write a novel based on Castle
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,538 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 41 - Published: 2/21/2018
Adoring Public by Trinity Everett reviews
"She smirked, but stood taller under his stare; so many beautiful people in the room, and yet he looked at her like she was the only one there." - A glimpse into the Take the Stairs Verse. Caskett, Castle AU.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 562 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 35 - Published: 2/21/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
One slow Afternoon by MasKaiHilFantic reviews
One slow afternoon, Beckett decides to speed things up a bit.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,015 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/16/2018 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Alexis C. - Complete
Becoming Us by bingblot reviews
"So, I was thinking, I'm still kinda wired, don't really want to go home yet. Want to go somewhere, grab a drink, decompress?" AU for the end of "Countdown."
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,232 - Reviews: 132 - Favs: 147 - Follows: 203 - Updated: 2/13/2018 - Published: 1/25/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Finding Always by The Muse of Apollo reviews
Castle had ignored her, had taken her for granted, and was now paying for it by watching her flirt with Eric Vaughn. He would not lose her to some rich playboy, oh no. There was only one rich playboy for Kate Beckett, and that is Richard Castle. Now all he has to do is tell her. Insert for 5x21. Rated T for language. ONESHOT
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,449 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 25 - Published: 2/10/2018 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - 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: 532 - Favs: 288 - Follows: 532 - Updated: 1/20/2018 - Published: 8/26/2013 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Building Walls by EllaNight reviews
She's glad she could help out Alexis, reassure her that the school dance won't be so bad even though her dad is attending as a chaperone. But she's just made a promise she's not entirely sure she knows how to keep. How on Earth is she going to distract Richard Castle? AU where Kate is Alexis' teacher.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 19 - Words: 68,038 - Reviews: 612 - Favs: 270 - Follows: 382 - Updated: 1/16/2018 - Published: 8/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Potential Expectations by InkyCoffee reviews
"He got the text on a quiet Sunday evening. 'Come over'" Kate needs a friend, and Castle is there. Set fairly late in Season 3. One shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,800 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 33 - Published: 1/13/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Tell Me You Need Me by ipreferwestside reviews
"When you called this morning, you said 'Tell me that you need me.'" She pauses at his sharp inhale, but quickly continues, as if she'll lose her nerve if she stops. "And I didn't say anything because it threw me off guard, then the rest of the day happened. But I do need you." A 4x07 post-ep. AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,834 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 118 - Follows: 30 - Published: 1/7/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
A New Start by bingblot reviews
"She didn't do this sort of thing, just show up unannounced on a holiday, no less. And yet here she was, trying to make a gesture, show Castle what she couldn't quite say, that she wanted to break down her wall." A fluffy one-shot for the New Year, set in S4.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,403 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 30 - Published: 1/2/2018 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
To Have and To Be by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A Castle Ficathon Winter 2017 entry. I borrowed most of the bones of this piece from a prompt (too lengthy to include here), with thanks: Set following events of late season 4, Kate and Rick are no longer partners. In fact, Kate hasn't heard from him in months, but that doesn't mean she's ready to let go…if his heart is still open to her, that is.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 30,340 - Reviews: 185 - Favs: 131 - Follows: 221 - Updated: 1/2/2018 - Published: 12/1/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R., Javier E. - Complete
I know places we can go by liviafan1 reviews
Christmas AU set during Season 4. Complete.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,556 - Reviews: 142 - Favs: 112 - Follows: 154 - Updated: 12/28/2017 - Published: 12/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Holiday by Aalon reviews
The third tale in 'The Wonder' AU, this story picks up four months after the conclusion of 'Hunt the Hunter', rejoining Kate Beckett, circa Season 6. Estranged from Richard Castle, the former detective/federal agent is on a different path that ultimately will bring her full circle with the writer.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Crime/Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 60,486 - Reviews: 230 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 66 - Updated: 12/24/2017 - Published: 5/1/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Holding On Tonight by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Kate Beckett just finished her first day as Captain of the Twelfth Precinct. Yet she didn't want to go home to an empty apartment. Her life was a lonely one. And she felt like celebrating this milestone in her career with the NYPD. But the last thing she expected was to run into Richard Castle. Caskett. Set in an alternate Season 8. Rated T. COMPLETE. For CastleFicathonWinter2017.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 15,691 - Reviews: 230 - Favs: 164 - Follows: 234 - Updated: 12/21/2017 - Published: 12/1/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - 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: 376 - Favs: 144 - Follows: 310 - Updated: 12/21/2017 - Published: 10/7/2015 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Something Real by bingblot reviews
Castle and Beckett go on their date and things don't end up going quite as planned. A one-shot sequel to "Because You Were Gone."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,754 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 23 - Published: 12/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Cloaked in Gray by Scarletinii reviews
It took her a daunting thirty-storey drop to realize she needed him, a torrential downpour to realize she wanted him, and a relentless ache to realize she just couldn't take it anymore.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 22 - Words: 30,929 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 142 - Follows: 420 - Updated: 12/15/2017 - Published: 3/27/2013 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 63 - Favs: 98 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 12/14/2017 - Published: 12/10/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Because You Were Gone by bingblot reviews
He hadn't seen her in weeks but he suddenly wondered, no matter what happened with Bond, if he was really ready to walk away from Nikki Heat, walk away from her. AU for 2x5 "When the Bough Breaks."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 30,125 - Reviews: 173 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 181 - Updated: 12/13/2017 - Published: 11/9/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
arriviste by faithsette reviews
'This is ridiculous. This is absolutely ridiculous and she can't believe she's about to agree to it.' Dancing with the Stars AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 28,951 - Reviews: 256 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 12/10/2017 - Published: 9/24/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Come Hear the Music Play by InkyCoffee reviews
"She was running late. Badly, horribly, incredibly late. Going-to-blow-everything, grounded-til-she-was-103-years-old late. Crap." 13 year old Lily Castle has been hiding a secret. Written to thank the fandom for your support of Kai's Dance Fund. Please consider donating. One Shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,884 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 28 - Published: 12/2/2017 - Complete
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: 164 - Favs: 198 - 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: 200 - Favs: 265 - Follows: 182 - Updated: 11/20/2017 - Published: 11/14/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Need Somebody Like You by ipreferwestside reviews
"They manage to keep their hands to themselves during the drive home, but as soon as they step into the elevator in their building, all bets are off. Before she knows it her back is against the wall, her fiance's thigh is between her legs and his tongue is in her mouth." A 7X03 AU insert. Rated M. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,016 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 37 - Published: 11/19/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
See You Now by Lord of Kavaka reviews
He came to her apartment, offered her wine, and now he's not leaving. Tick, Tick, Tick AU. ONESHOT. Rated M. Prequel to SEE YOU and SEE YOU AT THE START. For CastlePornado.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,110 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 36 - Published: 11/18/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
In Plain Sight by EllaNight reviews
"Her blood simmers in her veins, the burn erupting and piercing through her abdomen with a need more visceral than she thinks she's ever felt. She needs him. Right now." An episode insert for 5x03 'Secret's Safe with Me'. One-shot written for the Castle Pornado!
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,437 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 37 - Published: 11/17/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Can't Help Yourself by InkyCoffee reviews
'"Kate?" She had never heard him sound so hesitant. "What's going on? Are you on your way back?" "I'm still here. I'm not done. I can't… Kate, I can't do this." He sounded on the verge of panic.' Castle calls his wife for... assistance. Post Season 8 phone sex. Written for the Pornado, and for Anja. One shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,521 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 33 - Published: 11/17/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
We Were Something New by Trinity Everett reviews
"Maybe they weren't starting over after all, maybe they were just… turning to a new page in the book." - Weeks after reuniting with Castle, Beckett takes an impulsive trip. - A sequel to Start All Over Again, Caskett, AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,285 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 38 - Published: 11/16/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
When We Touch by ipreferwestside reviews
She reaches behind her to curl her fingers around his wrists, laces her fingers through his as she slows the movement of her mouth. "Let's go to bed," she mutters against his mouth, and he sweeps his lips across hers for a mere moment before stepping away from the door. A 7x06 post-ep. Rated M. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,408 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 32 - Published: 11/10/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Loving and Losing by PossumSoul reviews
She learned long ago that loving was worth running the risk of losing it. A hard-won, uphill battle to open her heart and demolish those walls. But she just had her own son, the light of their new life together, stolen from them. With the fight to get her son back, those walls are coming back. (COMPLETE W/ EPILOGUE)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 14 - Words: 40,525 - Reviews: 252 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 119 - Updated: 11/10/2017 - Published: 10/14/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] OC - 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: 1559 - Favs: 518 - Follows: 702 - Updated: 11/9/2017 - Published: 5/25/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Jim B., Johanna B. - Complete
A Truth in the Night by bingblot reviews
Afterwards, Castle decided that it was the best dumb thing he had ever done. A short plotless ficlet set in early S5.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,507 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 18 - Published: 11/2/2017 - 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: 88 - Favs: 152 - Follows: 51 - 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: 499 - Favs: 231 - Follows: 260 - Updated: 10/31/2017 - Published: 9/16/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Keep Quiet by ColieMacKenzie reviews
An undercover op causes Castle and Beckett some unexpected frustration. AU, set early season 5
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,790 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 154 - Follows: 46 - Published: 10/28/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Space Between Us by bingblot reviews
She needed to figure out a way to do this, a way to take the time to heal, for herself (that she still believed she needed), and still give Castle more, give him a reason to wait for her. AU for the summer of "Rise."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 80,846 - Reviews: 340 - Favs: 176 - Follows: 219 - Updated: 10/27/2017 - Published: 7/14/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Candy Beard by missy52061 reviews
Lily Castle's first Halloween. As always, I don't own Castle, but I wish I did!
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 897 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 11 - Published: 10/25/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 88 - Favs: 165 - Follows: 47 - Published: 10/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Identity Crisis by Trinity Everett reviews
Lily Castle is a bright, imaginative, wonderful whirlwind. She's also convinced that her father's name is 'Babe' for real. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,015 - Reviews: 71 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 49 - Published: 10/13/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Alexis C. - Complete
Not All Who Wander by PossumSoul reviews
When Castle finally loses hope and starts pulling away, he decides to go on one last case with Beckett that takes them to upstate New York. Tensions quickly begin to rise as she fights to tell him how she really feels. (Mid S4, COMPLETE W/ EPILOGUE)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 51,473 - Reviews: 464 - Favs: 222 - Follows: 257 - Updated: 10/12/2017 - Published: 9/16/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
The Hearts wish by dariuscross reviews
Devastated over the death of Kate Beckett, Richard Castle uses a little magic provided by a little lamp to go back in time. Can he change the future and still have the love he holds most dear?
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Supernatural - Chapters: 7 - Words: 12,271 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 25 - Published: 10/10/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One Almost Too Many by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A one-shot set during ep 4x16: "Linchpin" - Rick unexpectedly knocks on Kate's door and he claims it's for a very simple reason, but what comes of it is anything but.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,648 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 31 - Published: 9/29/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Can't Do Without by Trinity Everett reviews
Emboldened by liquid courage, Beckett sends what might be the most important text of her life. Post-47 Seconds. AU. Caskett.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,050 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 46 - Published: 9/24/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Paper hearts by 47alwayswriting reviews
One late night in the bullpen, Kate finds something unexpected on her desk. One-shot inspired by Paper Hearts by The Vamps
Castle - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 871 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 16 - Published: 9/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Wild Flower by Caskettlove77 reviews
AU meeting of Castle and Beckett. Kate owns a flower shop. "He didn't normally write anything other than mysteries but all of a sudden lines were pouring out about the beautiful woman from the flower shop."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 14 - Words: 29,964 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 94 - Follows: 140 - Updated: 9/19/2017 - Published: 6/21/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
A Recent Development by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A story in response to the following prompt: S1 - Beckett has to attend a family gathering (wedding, reunion, etc.), something that takes place over a few days. Her distant family's always been bugging her about finding "Mr. Right" so she ends up taking Castle as her boyfriend - cute awkwardness, closeness, feelings ensue.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 20,056 - Reviews: 181 - Favs: 153 - Follows: 248 - Updated: 9/17/2017 - Published: 9/5/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R., Jim B. - 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: 666 - Favs: 179 - Follows: 249 - 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: 816 - Favs: 454 - Follows: 371 - 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: 786 - Favs: 208 - Follows: 269 - Updated: 9/14/2017 - Published: 8/1/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Summer of Light by Trinity Everett reviews
Two years after her mother's murder, Kate Beckett returns to a special place from her childhood to find light and keep her head above water, and ends up finding so much more. Pre-Series, Meeting AU. For the 2017 Castle Ficathon.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 5 - Words: 18,887 - Reviews: 212 - Favs: 203 - Follows: 186 - Updated: 9/12/2017 - Published: 9/3/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Tired of Fighting With You by Avery Kensington reviews
Kate knows she's complicated, and has been for a long time, but apparently she's no fun either. She'd just thought that he'd been willing to wait until she'd become less complicated. A post-Limey fic.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,214 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 28 - Published: 9/6/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
In From The Cold by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Detective Kate Beckett was shot. She succumbed to her injuries after eight hours on the operating table. She died. At least, that's what her family and friends were told. In truth, she survived and was placed in witness protection. Now, after three years, she returns home. Castle Ficathon 2017 entry.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 33,056 - Reviews: 418 - Favs: 215 - Follows: 306 - Updated: 9/4/2017 - Published: 8/24/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Leave The Light On by PossumSoul reviews
Post Knockout (3x24) AU- If his feet were faster, if his reaction was quicker that day... much would have been different. An emotional take on if Castle had been just one second faster that day in the cemetery, and had taken that bullet. (COMPLETE W/ EPILOGUE)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 25 - Words: 77,891 - Reviews: 498 - Favs: 227 - Follows: 252 - Updated: 9/1/2017 - Published: 7/29/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Smiles by GoAwayAnna reviews
Did you ever see something so cute it made you cry?
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 856 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 9 - Published: 8/31/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hide and Seek by missy52061 reviews
Lily Castle is the best hide and seek player ever. At least, that's what her daddy tells her. As always, I don't own Castle, I just wish I did.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 743 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 14 - Published: 8/27/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., OC
the point of contact by CoffeeCup218 reviews
Companion story to my fic 'the heart beats per minute'. For all the moments they fell in love with each other. Reading the other story isn't necessary to understand this one.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,195 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 12 - Published: 8/21/2017 - Kate B., Rick C. - 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: 75 - Follows: 30 - Published: 8/21/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 544 - Favs: 269 - Follows: 527 - Updated: 8/15/2017 - Published: 5/22/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Bittersweet by Stacy Rogers reviews
He puts the book down, sits on the bed and carefully unfolds the paper, covered in his mother's neat handwriting. Looks like a letter. He reads the first line and his heart stops for a second. It is a letter. To him. WARNING: SECONDARY CHARACTER DEATH
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,172 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 7 - Published: 8/12/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R. - Complete
the heart beats per minute by CoffeeCup218 reviews
A season 5 AU after Still. He finds the first paper on her pillow, the sheets on her side of the bed cold already. 'All my dreams are beautiful. But none as beautiful as you. You are the reason I return here each morning.'
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,737 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 21 - Published: 8/10/2017 - 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: 1876 - Favs: 514 - Follows: 401 - Updated: 8/9/2017 - Published: 6/12/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Second First Day by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A two-chapter story inspired by the following prompt: "I can't stop thinking about you." It's the morning after their first night together and Kate wakes up alone. When Rick isn't around for their first day as a "them," can he make it up to her?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,111 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 82 - Updated: 8/4/2017 - Published: 8/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P. - 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: 640 - Favs: 264 - Follows: 608 - Updated: 8/3/2017 - Published: 5/20/2015 - Complete
First Soak by KateMB reviews
Set in Season 5 time...Rick & Kate share their first bath together. Very romantic and sexy.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,961 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 40 - Published: 8/1/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Buying a Lie by PossumSoul reviews
'She's never mentioned the name Richard Castle, and no one's ever asked. She's kept their past as far away from here as she can manage. That burgundy pillow sitting on her bed is about as much as she will allow herself. Some nights, it's all she deserves, others it's all she can get. But most nights, it's all she will allow.' Post Watershed AU (5x24) *COMPLETE*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 14 - Words: 43,058 - Reviews: 271 - Favs: 123 - Follows: 177 - Updated: 7/28/2017 - Published: 7/11/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Focal Point by EllaNight reviews
She doesn't understand what happened between them, why it all went south. And at the touch of a hand it all comes rushing back to her, a wave of heavy emotion hitting her directly in the chest. Her eyes fall shut and she knows she's showing her hand, her heart, but god, she could have sworn they were headed somewhere five months ago. Probable Cause (5x05) AU
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 22 - Words: 48,565 - Reviews: 747 - Favs: 272 - Follows: 383 - Updated: 7/27/2017 - Published: 5/8/2017 - 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: 428 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 225 - Updated: 7/26/2017 - Published: 9/21/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Stay by Ms Chanadler Bong reviews
AU: Hey guys! This is an AU about what would have happened had Castle and Beckett had a talk at the end of 4x19. Let me know what you guys think! I hope you like it!
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 7 - Words: 8,490 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 138 - Updated: 7/15/2017 - Published: 6/17/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
More Than Worth It by ipreferwestside reviews
"He isn't surprised that he wakes alone, although he'd be lying to himself if he said he isn't a little disappointed." A series of Father's Day scenes set in the years post-series finale, belated Father's Day 2017 post. Canon-compliant if you squint. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,843 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 27 - Published: 7/11/2017 - 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: 133 - Follows: 138 - Updated: 7/11/2017 - Published: 7/4/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Realization of Possibility by ShutUpAndPull reviews
A post ep. 2x24 story, based upon a prompt I happened upon which had its author hoping to read about Rick and Kate's weekend in the Hamptons that never was, one that began as platonic but became a bit more.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,393 - Reviews: 96 - Favs: 99 - Follows: 180 - Updated: 7/10/2017 - Published: 7/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P. - Complete
Insensitivity and comfort by Julimay reviews
"I'm not spending the day with him! I'm reading a book. A book my mother gave me!" She was proud that she could hold on to anger. Otherwise she would have started crying. And she didn't want him to see her cry. Set on January 9th; season 3
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,478 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 19 - Published: 7/10/2017 - Josh D., Kate B., Rick C. - Complete
Only 'Cause You're Lonely by PossumSoul reviews
Post '47 Seconds' AU. *COMPLETE* "If this is how she's going to treat someone she considered to be her partner..." He feels something inside of himself harden at the words that form in his mind, "then that's not the kind of person I want to spend the rest of my life with."
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 13 - Words: 36,416 - Reviews: 230 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 182 - Updated: 7/7/2017 - Published: 6/20/2017 - [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: 62 - Favs: 234 - Follows: 59 - Published: 7/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Breath of Life by Lord of Kavaka reviews
The bombing had changed everything. So had witnessing that interrogation. But that's not how it was supposed to go. It was supposed to be different. They were supposed to be different. ONESHOT. 47 Seconds AU. For CastlePornado. Rated: M.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,080 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 95 - Follows: 35 - 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: 112 - 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: 40 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 29 - Published: 7/1/2017 - Complete
The First of Forever by ipreferwestside reviews
Her husband looks great in anything, of course, but she especially loves the way his broad shoulders fill out the tailored suit jacket, how his ass looks in his slacks. How the Christmas lights strung from the ceiling reflect in his hair, against his skin. A season 7 M-rated one shot. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,295 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 99 - Follows: 25 - Published: 7/1/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
To Year Three by Trinity Everett reviews
Two years have passed since he held her hand and asked her to become his wife as soon as possible. No more uncertainty, no more waiting. Richard Castle has been her husband for two years. Her rock, her love, her joy, her husband. - M-Rated. For the #CastlePornado.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,726 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 27 - Published: 7/1/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - 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: 824 - Favs: 312 - Follows: 308 - Updated: 7/1/2017 - Published: 5/13/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
I Will Wait by EllaNight reviews
"She's pacing. She knows it won't make time pass any faster, won't make him arrive any faster but she can't help it. He's been gone for seven days and her body started craving him, his touch and arousing ministrations about an hour after his departure." Early Season 5 AU where Castle leaves on a book tour. For the Castle Pornado!
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,640 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 27 - Published: 6/30/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Shades by Garrae reviews
The song says: "The future's so bright I gotta wear shades". Yeah, right. He should be looking at his blindingly bright future – through pitch black shades – and celebrating. He should not be hiding in his study tipping back Scotch. One-shot, after 2.05: When the Bough Breaks.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,499 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 26 - Published: 6/25/2017 - 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: 1234 - Favs: 534 - Follows: 816 - Updated: 6/17/2017 - Published: 6/17/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Receiving End by PossumSoul reviews
"I don't know. Somewhere along the line, Castle lost faith in me. He stopped trusting me. He's always been so accepting of me that I... I guess I never considered what would happen when I came back. And now that I am back, I don't know if there's a way I can convince him that what we had was worth fighting for." Post 8x02 (Complete w/ Epilogue)
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 21 - Words: 57,010 - Reviews: 333 - Favs: 135 - Follows: 257 - Updated: 6/16/2017 - Published: 10/16/2015 - Complete
Secret Love by Caskettlove77 reviews
AU During Headhunters. Drunk Beckett mystifies Castle and calls into question what he thought he knew. Angst first, but romance will prevail.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,063 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 119 - Updated: 6/16/2017 - Published: 6/14/2017 - Rick C., Kate B.
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: 26 - Follows: 13 - Published: 6/13/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Into the Woods by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Here comes summer, and with it a piece in response to the following prompt: "Season 5/6. Caskett go camping with Ryan, Espo, Jenny, & Lanie. They play in the river/swim, roast marshmallows, etc. Just all sorts of camp-y stuff."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Adventure - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,422 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 76 - Updated: 6/12/2017 - Published: 6/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R. - Complete
The Deadly Game by halcyonwords reviews
The last thing Kate had ever expected was to fall pregnant with Richard Castle's baby while with another man. She also didn't expect to see the father of her baby and the man she had been falling in love with walk away with his ex-wife. Season 2 Finale AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 65,835 - Reviews: 198 - Favs: 222 - Follows: 353 - Updated: 6/12/2017 - Published: 3/28/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
You Are My Plus One by Caskettlove77 reviews
AU Ryan's Wedding. Being here in his arms, laughing with him she saw their situation with new eyes.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 11,723 - Reviews: 64 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 6/11/2017 - Published: 5/30/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
For All That You Are by bingblot reviews
Nothing had changed. And yet, in a way, things had changed between them... Castle and Beckett grow closer, helped along by Kyra. The sequel to "Thankful."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 12 - Words: 72,208 - Reviews: 227 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 175 - Updated: 6/8/2017 - Published: 3/16/2017 - 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: 20 - 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: 95 - Favs: 225 - Follows: 63 - 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: 54 - Follows: 34 - Published: 5/30/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Just Beginning by Caskettlove77 reviews
Takes place after 47 seconds. Castle gets injured during the following case and Beckett is there to help despite his anger and hurt. A defining moment for their relationship occurs.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,304 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 22 - Published: 5/25/2017 - 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: 64 - Favs: 128 - Follows: 48 - Published: 5/22/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Interview by madreag reviews
This is an AU story set in 2009. Richard Castle is engaged to marry a well-know Public Defender. During a TV interview he offers an opinion which puts him at odds with his friend the Mayor. As a result he agrees to work with the 12th Precinct where he meets their best detective, Kate Beckett and her team. His life quickly becomes, complicated.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 95,662 - Reviews: 383 - Favs: 152 - Follows: 270 - Updated: 5/20/2017 - Published: 9/24/2016 - Complete
Episode 22: Fearless by Castle Season 9 reviews
It's a week past Kate Beckett's due date, and everyone is getting impatient - coworkers, family, friends, enemies - but will there be time for Castle and Beckett to close one more case before their daughter arrives? Season 9, Episode 22 - SEASON FINALE !
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 26,571 - Reviews: 243 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 50 - Updated: 5/19/2017 - Published: 5/15/2017 - Complete
Episode 21: What If? by Castle Season 9 reviews
With the birth of her daughter fast approaching, Beckett gets a taste of what might have been. Season 9, Episode 21.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 22,421 - Reviews: 185 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 68 - Updated: 5/12/2017 - Published: 5/8/2017 - Complete
Episode 20: Ladykiller by Castle Season 9 reviews
Castle struggles to maintain his objectivity when a figure from Martha's past is implicated in the murder of a wealthy socialite. Meanwhile, Beckett tries to adjust to life on maternity leave. Season 9, Episode 20.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 20,229 - Reviews: 138 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 54 - Updated: 5/3/2017 - Published: 5/1/2017 - 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: 113 - Follows: 143 - Published: 5/2/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Episode 19: Lockdown by Castle Season 9 reviews
It's Beckett's final day of work before maternity leave, and she's expecting it to be uneventful. But when the precinct is cut off from the outside world, the race is on to catch a killer in their midst. Season 9, Episode 19.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 14,102 - Reviews: 137 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 4/28/2017 - Published: 4/24/2017 - 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: 427 - Favs: 208 - Follows: 202 - 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: 377 - Favs: 160 - Follows: 222 - Updated: 4/24/2017 - Published: 3/25/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 18: C is for Murder by Castle Season 9 reviews
Castle takes a 'Castle-flavored' case a little personally, while Beckett questions what her professional life will bring once the baby is here.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 7,606 - Reviews: 121 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 4/21/2017 - Published: 4/17/2017 - 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: 351 - Favs: 247 - Follows: 559 - Updated: 4/20/2017 - Published: 5/21/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 17: Found by Castle Season 9 reviews
Beckett is forced to draw on her past experiences to protect herself and Senator Kearney from a new threat, while her team races to solve a case they thought they had closed.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,752 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 4/14/2017 - Published: 4/10/2017 - 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: 62 - Favs: 155 - Follows: 44 - Published: 4/9/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 16: Lost by Castle Season 9 reviews
When the wife of a well-to-do state senator is killed, Beckett and her team are drawn into an investigation involving murder, politics, and a vengeful family.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,116 - Reviews: 136 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 4/7/2017 - Published: 4/3/2017 - Complete
You're Bringing A Date? by Where's Beckett reviews
In preparation for Kevin and Jenny's wedding Castle informs the team he has responded Plus One. Everyone is concerned about who it is
Castle - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,891 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 87 - Updated: 4/2/2017 - Published: 3/29/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
lux noctis by The-KLF reviews
Inspired by #CaskettTFLN – Kate mistakenly texts Rick just after 47 Seconds… (Rated M, but don't get too excited about it)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,888 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 21 - Published: 4/2/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Episode 15: A Deadly Mixup by Castle Season 9 reviews
A bakery murder piques Castle's culinary interest, while Esposito faces a tough personal challenge. Season 9, Episode 15.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 14,313 - Reviews: 125 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 3/31/2017 - Published: 3/27/2017 - 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: 58 - Favs: 98 - Follows: 33 - Published: 3/27/2017 - Complete
Now Is by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Because I'm so enamored of their moment at the end of ep. 3x17 ("Countdown"): For Rick, there are things unsaid after their experiences during the case, and faced with those things, Kate makes a decision for her and for them.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,948 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 32 - Published: 3/25/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Josh D. - Complete
Episode 14: Murder By Any Other Name by Castle Season 9 reviews
A pair of flower-shop murders gives Beckett and her team quite a thorny mess to untangle. Meanwhile, Castle and Beckett have an important decision to make. Season 9, Episode 14.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,840 - Reviews: 139 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 3/24/2017 - Published: 3/20/2017 - 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: 490 - Favs: 182 - Follows: 220 - Updated: 3/21/2017 - Published: 3/2/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Love Letters by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Found in the files. Early season 5: Rick's been waiting and hoping for a very specific gift from Kate, and she surprises him with it on a quiet night alone at her place.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,581 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 10 - Published: 3/19/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Love Me Sweet by EllaNight reviews
Tonight is special. She wants it to be special. Between work at the precinct, him trying to find time to write for his upcoming deadline and Lily at home, they've seldom found much time to themselves. And tonight she wants him, has been thinking of this all day really, his hands and his mouth. Late Valentine's Day Fic!
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,614 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 108 - Updated: 3/15/2017 - Published: 2/18/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Rise Up by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Three months. It had been a long three months since he'd last seen or heard from Kate Beckett. And Rick Castle missed her. RISE AU. ONESHOT.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,374 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 80 - Follows: 32 - Published: 3/14/2017 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Heart In Wire by bravevulnerability reviews
'He doesn't truly know what they are – broken up, on a break, straddling the line between the two. All he really knows is that they can't be over.' A series of tumblr prompt fills with the common theme of being a 'post break-up AU'.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 33,310 - Reviews: 313 - Favs: 147 - Follows: 98 - Updated: 3/10/2017 - Published: 3/4/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 278 - Favs: 169 - Follows: 336 - Updated: 3/8/2017 - Published: 10/17/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Our shattered hearts by Hwasabi Mon reviews
During Kate's break down in Kill shot, Castle follows her. Things are going AU from there. Rated T just to be safe.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,127 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 3/4/2017 - Published: 9/25/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Martha R., Javier E. - Complete
Episode 13: Thanatophobia by Castle Season 9 reviews
A murder with an oddly familiar M.O. puts the 12th Precinct on edge. When a second victim is discovered, Castle and the homicide team will be tested to the limit as they rush to solve the case before the killer strikes again...
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,203 - Reviews: 165 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 3/3/2017 - Published: 2/27/2017 - 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: 56 - Follows: 21 - Published: 2/27/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Power of Attorney by Where's Beckett reviews
Kate decides to move forward with her and Rick...but is it too late? Post 4x20
Castle - Rated: K - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 17,862 - Reviews: 186 - Favs: 115 - Follows: 200 - Updated: 2/25/2017 - Published: 2/8/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 12: Deadlier than Fiction by Castle Season 9 reviews
The team from the Twelfth investigates a murder straight out of the crazy world of fandom, as Castle's own writing struggles have him questioning his future.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 14,214 - Reviews: 173 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 49 - Updated: 2/24/2017 - Published: 2/20/2017 - Complete
The Other Side of Pain by ShutUpAndPull reviews
An entry for the #Castle28 writing event (please note that some circumstances and characters have been altered or eliminated): A variation on a moment after Kate's shooting and its resulting effect on Rick and Kate's relationship.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,529 - Reviews: 71 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 92 - Updated: 2/22/2017 - Published: 2/17/2017 - Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Jim B. - Complete
In Heat by ipreferwestside reviews
Thanks to their inconsistent schedules, and his frequent travels, they've only seen each other a couple of times since they'd met on a case his team had consulted on. A Criminal Minds-inspired one shot. Complete.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,696 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 28 - Published: 2/20/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 11: Account for Murder by Castle Season 9 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.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,532 - Reviews: 169 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 2/17/2017 - Published: 2/13/2017 - Complete
Thankful by bingblot reviews
He hadn't meant to say it but he realized belatedly that he really wanted Beckett to come over to the loft for Thanksgiving dinner. An impulsive invitation leads to Beckett having some new thoughts about Castle and their relationship. 3-part Thanksgiving fic set after 2x10 "One Man's Treasure."
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 3 - Words: 21,276 - Reviews: 101 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 116 - Updated: 2/17/2017 - Published: 2/10/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 10: Rest, Relaxation, Murder by Castle Season 9 reviews
With their daughter's birth on the horizon, Beckett and Castle take a much-needed "babymoon" vacation. But when a guest at their luxury resort dies under suspicious circumstances, they find themselves juggling their own R&R with finding a killer.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 16,384 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 2/10/2017 - Published: 2/6/2017 - Complete
Worry Later by Trinity Everett reviews
Instead of giving Beckett the puppy-saving firefighter's number, Lanie dares her to go out with a more familiar man first. A Caskett 2x14 AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,466 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 122 - Follows: 50 - Published: 2/4/2017 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Lanie P. - 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: 421 - Favs: 173 - Follows: 214 - Updated: 1/19/2017 - Published: 12/30/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 189 - Favs: 295 - Follows: 197 - Updated: 1/15/2017 - Published: 1/11/2017 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Cataclysm by Griever11 reviews
'Loving her wasn't going away quietly. Loving her might break him.' Takes place after 4x21 Headhunters. Co-authored by jstar1382, chezchuckles and griever11.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 16,212 - Reviews: 351 - Favs: 199 - Follows: 313 - Updated: 1/11/2017 - Published: 12/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Worst and The Best by bingblot reviews
A sequel to "Proud" by RedGrayBall, written with his permission and at his request. Another take on the aftermath of "47 Seconds." She needed to talk to him, needed to explain, needed to tell him why she'd lied, why she'd kept him waiting for all these months. One-shot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,734 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 16 - Published: 12/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 659 - Favs: 137 - Follows: 191 - Updated: 12/24/2016 - Published: 12/1/2016 - Complete
Through the Looking Glass by Ilovetoread09 reviews
Richard Castle is bored when he's wheelchair bound after a skiing accident. However, that changes when he becomes intrigued with the woman from across the way. The Lives of Others AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 23 - Words: 35,747 - Reviews: 294 - Favs: 138 - Follows: 309 - Updated: 12/23/2016 - Published: 12/26/2015 - 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: 350 - Favs: 231 - Follows: 292 - 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: 137 - Favs: 161 - Follows: 153 - Updated: 12/7/2016 - Published: 12/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 9: In Case of Emergency by Castle Season 9 reviews
When a Department of Sanitation worker is found shot in an alley behind a Manhattan hotel, the team from the 12th Precinct is charged with finding the person responsible for killing a man everyone claims to love. Meanwhile, Castle fights bad weather and flight delays to make it home in time for an important appointment. Season 9, Episode 9.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 18,580 - Reviews: 119 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 32 - Published: 12/5/2016 - Complete
Episode 8: Brothers in Arms by Castle Season 9 reviews
When an old buddy from Esposito's military days is found dead, the murder investigation turns personal. But with Castle and Beckett going undercover to seek out answers, will Javier go too far in his zeal to avenge his friend? Season 9, episode 8.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 17,985 - Reviews: 118 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 33 - Published: 11/28/2016 - Complete
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: 1300 - Favs: 408 - Follows: 482 - Updated: 11/25/2016 - Published: 10/3/2016 - 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: 211 - Favs: 184 - Follows: 231 - Updated: 11/22/2016 - Published: 10/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Already Falling by ipreferwestside reviews
The question is on the tip of his tongue, and he doesn't want to ask it, doesn't think he wants to know the answer, but still, he has to ask. "Did she go alone?" The silence and slight shake of Ryan's head is all he needs to know. A 3x22, TLADILA AU. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,590 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 34 - Published: 11/17/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Josh D. - Complete
Redemption by AlwaysBeckett41319 reviews
He had enough, he was tired of being the world's funniest kid; She left him and in doing so she broke that final straw! (A season 8 AU)
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 31,962 - Reviews: 104 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 81 - Updated: 11/15/2016 - Published: 10/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 64 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 45 - Published: 11/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Episode 7: Daddy Day Care by Castle Season 9 reviews
Beckett is called to a case where the witnesses are pint-sized and parents fill the suspect list. Wading through playdough and paint is challenging, but Castle's unprepared to learn that the future he planned may not happen. But can he pull off plan B?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,341 - Reviews: 102 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 28 - Published: 11/7/2016 - Complete
More Than a Comet by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"The ride lifts over the top of the hill, goes racing down and in front of her, hands fly free of the carts, screams echoing loud over the sound of the tracks beneath them. Richard Castle releases the cart, too. And takes her hand instead." A theme park AU. Two-shot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 13,358 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 101 - Updated: 11/6/2016 - Published: 11/1/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Alexis C. - Complete
Hidden In An App by Illusive Writings reviews
Castle is beta testing Pokemon Go! instead of buying Lucy. While hunting pokemon, he accidentally discovers Kate and Vikram's strip club hideout. A prompt from Shutterbug5269
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,268 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 20 - Published: 11/5/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Powerless by ShutUpAndPull reviews
Rick has a visitor who encourages him to visit Kate post-shooting (3x24), and while he isn't certain it's the wisest idea at first, the rewards prove him wrong in the end.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,991 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 93 - Follows: 118 - Updated: 11/1/2016 - Published: 10/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R., Jim B. - Complete
Episode 6: No Laughing Matter by Castle Season 9 reviews
A young woman is found dead in the woods. With Halloween approaching, the team discovers a unique twist on their killer's identity. Season 9, episode 6.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 18,106 - Reviews: 141 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 26 - Published: 10/31/2016 - Complete
Felis felix by Garrae reviews
"The day Richard Castle found a stray cat strutting through an alley, uncollared, unchipped, but clearly very expensively pedigreed, was the end of his world as he knew it. He just didn't realise it. Then." Fluff in six chapters. Written for the Castle Hallowe'en Bash. Caskett Cats Universe #1
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 21,383 - Reviews: 320 - Favs: 125 - Follows: 135 - Updated: 10/29/2016 - Published: 10/24/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
With Intent by Perspex13 reviews
"Why don't you flirt with me anymore?"
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 14 - Words: 46,645 - Reviews: 439 - Favs: 261 - Follows: 301 - Updated: 10/28/2016 - Published: 9/12/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Body Heat by Lord of Kavaka reviews
Still having nightmares of being trapped in the cargo freezer container, Castle awakes to an unexpected, yet pleasant late night visitor knocking at his front door. Season 3 AU; ONESHOT. Rated M.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,211 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 50 - Published: 10/24/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Episode 5: Fertile Ground for Murder by Castle Season 9 reviews
A case hits close to home for Kate when a pregnant woman is found shot to death. With few leads and fewer suspects, Captain Beckett has to overcome some of her worst fears to bring the killer to justice. Meanwhile, Castle struggles with questions about his future. Season 9, episode 5.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 15,588 - Reviews: 169 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 35 - Published: 10/24/2016 - Complete
The Place We Used To Love by ipreferwestside reviews
"I just went on a blind date and when I showed up to the restaurant, it was my ex-wife." A relationship AU. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,064 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 35 - Published: 10/24/2016 - 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: 78 - Favs: 137 - Follows: 45 - Published: 10/23/2016 - Complete
Love the One You Hold by Trinity Everett reviews
On a quiet, cool morning in early July, Jim Beckett steps out onto the knotted wood porch of his cabin and does what his daughter can't or won't do for herself: he calls Richard Castle.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,039 - Reviews: 80 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 60 - Published: 10/23/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Jim B. - Complete
Episode 4: Fear Itself by Castle Season 9 reviews
With a serial killer on the loose, the investigation uncovers a lead that will put some of the team in grave danger, and forces Castle to confront his deepest fears. Season 9, episode 4.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,530 - Reviews: 181 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 29 - Published: 10/17/2016 - 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: 448 - Favs: 158 - Follows: 134 - Updated: 10/13/2016 - Published: 3/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
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: 564 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 270 - Updated: 10/11/2016 - Published: 5/24/2016
Episode 3: Primary Suspect by Castle Season 9 reviews
Castle's daughter is the primary suspect when her best friend is found murdered. With questions arising as to her innocence and the case removed from the 12th Precinct's jurisdiction, Castle, Beckett and the team have to investigate in secret to fight for Alexis. Season 9, episode 3.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 9,761 - Reviews: 158 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 44 - Published: 10/10/2016 - Complete
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: 48 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 28 - 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: 864 - Favs: 216 - Follows: 324 - Updated: 10/6/2016 - Published: 8/8/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Martha R. - Complete
Episode 2: A Timely Demise by Castle Season 9 reviews
When the owner of a coffee shop is found murdered, the team of the 12th Precinct must investigate a multitude of suspects. A case filled with twists and turns leads the team to race against time before a killer can escape. Meanwhile, Beckett and Castle adjust to some life-changing news. Season 9, episode 2.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 10,961 - Reviews: 183 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 62 - Published: 10/3/2016 - Complete
Episode 1: Detente by Castle Season 9 reviews
In the season 8 finale, Richard Castle and Kate Beckett solved the most harrowing case of their careers only to be gunned down by a man supposedly dead. Did Caleb Brown survive? Was he acting alone, or was he sent by someone determined to eliminate Castle and Beckett once and for all? And will they be found in time? Season 9, episode 1.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 19,314 - Reviews: 293 - Favs: 237 - Follows: 226 - Published: 10/2/2016 - 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: 94 - Favs: 136 - Follows: 51 - Published: 9/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
All kinds of rabbit holes by honeyandvodka reviews
Her favourite author just bought her a drink? Shut. The. Front. Door. What if Castle and Beckett met five years earlier?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 36 - Words: 73,959 - Reviews: 860 - Favs: 732 - Follows: 662 - Updated: 9/24/2016 - Published: 12/29/2012 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
To Challenge A Hellcat by Docnerd89 reviews
For a brave rabbit! GoodLuckStana. Prompt fill for a cause! When the bank had blown up, her world had stopped spinning. Her heart only beat to the rhythm of those words. It's not over. It's not over. It's not over.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,660 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 19 - Published: 9/23/2016 - 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: 76 - Favs: 164 - Follows: 48 - Published: 9/22/2016 - 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: 42 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 26 - Published: 9/21/2016 - 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: 45 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 27 - Published: 9/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Hostage of the Heart by Netsrik1 reviews
AU from "47 Seconds" Late one evening an explosion rocks the precinct. Kate is there after hours and is taken hostage along with the rest of the late shift. Castle never returned after finding out Kate remembered her shooting. Will he come back to help the boys try to rescue her and the other police officers?
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 24,091 - Reviews: 316 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 367 - Updated: 9/9/2016 - Published: 6/6/2016 - 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: 158 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 153 - Updated: 9/7/2016 - Published: 9/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Carol of the Caveman by Alyssa86InMN reviews
Rick & Kate go out to Q3 for their anniversary and run into Maddie.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,422 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 22 - Published: 8/31/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Madison Q. - Complete
One Quarter by Perspex13 reviews
Pulling all the wires might have stopped the bomb, but life at the 12th still explodes. An AU story set immediately following Countdown. #CastleFicathon Summer 2016.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 19 - Words: 158,511 - Reviews: 655 - Favs: 310 - Follows: 362 - Updated: 8/22/2016 - Published: 5/21/2016 - 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: 87 - Favs: 163 - Follows: 46 - 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: 417 - Favs: 233 - Follows: 264 - Updated: 8/20/2016 - Published: 7/29/2016 - 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: 1366 - Favs: 337 - Follows: 479 - Updated: 8/3/2016 - Published: 5/19/2016 - 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: 111 - Follows: 142 - Updated: 8/1/2016 - Published: 7/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The One That Got Away by alwayswritewithcoffee reviews
When a bridesmaid is killed hours before a wedding, Ryan and Esposito are called to solve the case. Serving as their shadow, Rick Castle runs headlong into his past; ex-girlfriend and current bride, Kate Beckett. An AU re-telling of 2x12 'A Rose For Everafter'. [An eight-part prompt from the Castle fanfics prompt blog on Tumblr.]
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 45,657 - Reviews: 226 - Favs: 209 - Follows: 294 - Updated: 7/31/2016 - Published: 7/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., W. Sorenson - Complete
Home Sweet Home by ipreferwestside reviews
Sometimes he had to remind himself that it was real, that he was married to a woman who loved him as fiercely as he loved her. That the strong, savvy detective who'd confessed to him once that she wasn't a baby person had taken so well to motherhood. A future fic. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,124 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 33 - Published: 7/26/2016 - Kate B., Rick C. - 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: 98 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 34 - Published: 7/26/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Taking a Stab at It by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"TFLN (803): Oh, I also stabbed a guy Friday and he still asked me out." A Caskett AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,603 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 48 - Published: 7/10/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Start All Over Again by Trinity Everett reviews
It was just fatigue, the day catching up to her. It had nothing to do with the knowledge that his phone could ring in fifteen minutes and he would be on his way to parts unknown just a little while after that. - Castle and Beckett have a complicated past, but after two years, things may just be getting a little more simple. Meeting AU/Job AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,867 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 122 - Follows: 59 - Published: 7/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Journalistic Integrity by Trinity Everett reviews
"She sinks into him without a word, pressing her lips to his shirt, relishing in the strong, steady thud of his heart under her mouth. Does giving her husband a hug count as taking a time out from the time out?" - Beckett goes to her husband after the press finds out about Castle's visit to Lindsey Trent's office. Post 8x07, written pre-8x08.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,140 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 26 - Published: 7/5/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
B-Limey by Pegship reviews
Yet another post-"The Limey" tale, a bit of silliness prompted by inkycoffee. "Kate takes Colin out for dinner after the case and they run into Castle and Jacinda. Bonus points if Jacinda and Colin end up together (they're both on the way to the airport, anyway)." Not canon compliant.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,409 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 15 - Published: 7/3/2016 - 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: 66 - Favs: 202 - Follows: 76 - Published: 7/3/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The End of Lonely Street by ColieMacKenzie reviews
It'd been one of the more bizarre phone calls she'd ever received... AU post-ep for episode 4x20, 'The Limey.'
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,120 - Reviews: 111 - Favs: 174 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 7/3/2016 - Published: 7/1/2016 - 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: 234 - Favs: 207 - Follows: 227 - Updated: 7/3/2016 - Published: 6/29/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
It's Best If We Both Stay by ipreferwestside reviews
It feels like they might be crossing that line they've been toeing for years. That line between friends and something more. An early relationship AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 37,373 - Reviews: 236 - Favs: 172 - Follows: 411 - Updated: 6/30/2016 - Published: 11/1/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Coven by SeriesTherapy reviews
Is there anything worse than being forced to attend an obnoxious old friend's engagement party? Yes, having to go with Castle. As a couple. Albeit a fake one. Set in season 2.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 25,021 - Reviews: 157 - Favs: 138 - Follows: 270 - Updated: 6/30/2016 - Published: 5/19/2016 - 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: 661 - Favs: 359 - Follows: 469 - 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: 375 - Favs: 236 - Follows: 354 - Updated: 6/25/2016 - Published: 12/20/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Nothing To Lose by ColieMacKenzie reviews
This can't be the end; this just cannot be it. AU for episode 3x17, 'Countdown.'
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 4,273 - Reviews: 271 - Favs: 203 - Follows: 250 - Updated: 6/23/2016 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Force of Nature by ipreferwestside reviews
"Her partner wasn't in a very good mood; not only did he not discover aliens, but he wasn't looking forward to being the fifth wheel on a camping trip with Alexis, Ashley, and Ashley's parents." Castle talks Beckett into coming on the camping trip with Ashley's parents, a 3x09 AU. COMPLETE
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,453 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 45 - Published: 6/20/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
In Translation by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"'Je me souviens,' she blurts, the words falling from her tongue in misspoken fragments. The sounds of French are unpracticed, tainted with an English accent, and yet instinctual. Useful. Because they let her keep her secret. all the while lifting the weight from her chest." A season 4 AU of sorts. For Cathey.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,867 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 24 - Published: 6/9/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - 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: 81 - Favs: 216 - Follows: 77 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
No More Ace to Play by InkyCoffee reviews
"You're right, Castle. You deserve to be happy. I just... I just want you to be happy." From a prompt on the Castle Fanfic Prompts Blog, for Castle Fanfic Monday. Post ep for The Limey. Oneshot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,616 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 34 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Complete
Little Bean by soprano193 reviews
AU meeting fic. Kate is a young mother, living in the same apartment complex as Castle. He is annoyed that the baby is crying all night while he tries to write, and goes to yell at her. Instead, he finds her disheveled and upset, pacing with the baby down the hall, and offers to help.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 31 - Words: 92,140 - Reviews: 717 - Favs: 596 - Follows: 881 - Updated: 5/30/2016 - Published: 1/25/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C. - Complete
Hold On Forever by skygirl55 reviews
Rick Castle is intrigued by his Physics lab partner; Kate Beckett is annoyed by hers. An unforeseen even brings these two partners together in a way neither expected, and it might just lead to much more. College AU. (Note: Deals with subjects that may be triggering for some readers.)
Castle - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 19 - Words: 57,620 - Reviews: 486 - Favs: 258 - Follows: 291 - Updated: 5/26/2016 - Published: 3/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
The Year Was 2014 by PercabethReyPotter reviews
It is an important day for the Castle family... And an unexpected friend drops a line. Future Fic based on an idea that wouldn't get out of my head. One Shot.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 913 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 5/19/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One Step by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"She wakes to a hazy world, her thoughts blurred at the edges, her vision distorted and darkened with spots of black, the beeping sound that reaches her ears as distant as the voices she thinks are talking to her." A 8x22, Crossfire, post-ep.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,337 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 54 - Published: 5/18/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Miracles by Caskett1960 reviews
Post 8x22 'Crossfire,' because I had to get in on the bandwagon.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,596 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 53 - Published: 5/17/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Timing is everything by Pegship reviews
Prompted at castlefanficprompts for 8x12, "The Blame Game", thus spoilers: What if Kate were injured, or pregnant, during this episode? I went with both and made it as fluffy as possible when there's an emergency room involved.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 6 - Words: 5,348 - Reviews: 97 - Favs: 112 - Follows: 283 - Updated: 5/17/2016 - Published: 2/27/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] Javier E., Kevin R. - 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: 727 - Favs: 267 - Follows: 456 - Updated: 5/15/2016 - Published: 12/22/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - 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: 1343 - Favs: 364 - Follows: 493 - 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: 185 - Favs: 176 - Follows: 214 - Updated: 5/12/2016 - Published: 5/1/2016 - 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: 45 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 29 - Published: 5/9/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Never Forget (Dinosaur Boy) by My name's AC reviews
"The Dinosaur let out his first roar at 4:21". This was how novelist Rick Castle announced on social media the birth of his third child with NY's Senator Kate Beckett. Jack Cosmo Houghton joins siblings Joan Elanie Martha, 8, and James Roy Alexander, 3. (Caskett family fluff, single chapter).
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,251 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 9 - Published: 5/7/2016 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Alexis C., OC - Complete
Yugo by bnr848 reviews
Boys will be boys, but hen you're outnumbered three to one life is going to be interesting.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,975 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 10 - Published: 5/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
I Thought I Lost You by DisneyCastleFriends18 reviews
AU ending for 7x23 "Hollander's Woods".
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,231 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 10 - Published: 5/4/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Merry Christmas Castle Baby by DisneyCastleFriends18 reviews
It is Christmas time in the Castle household, awaiting the arrival of the newest member of the family. Set about 8 months after my first story "A New Chapter, A New Beginning". It is not necessary to have read that one first.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,747 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 16 - Published: 4/30/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Martha R. - Complete
Just One Night by bingblot reviews
She wanted one night of fun, one night to lay down her burdens, and he looked like exactly what she wanted. One-shot smut and fluff. PWP.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,631 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 28 - Published: 4/14/2016 - 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: 1231 - Favs: 285 - Follows: 446 - Updated: 4/12/2016 - Published: 11/14/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Don't Let Go by LiseCate reviews
Kate's been in a coma for 2 years. When she awakens, she learns that Castle let her go. He's moved on for the sake of his sanity. Can she forgive him for abandoning her? Will Castle risk his heart again to be with Kate? Love always finds a way. Or so they say!
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 20 - Words: 35,492 - Reviews: 215 - Favs: 172 - Follows: 379 - Updated: 4/7/2016 - Published: 4/2/2013 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 126 - Favs: 236 - Follows: 182 - Updated: 4/3/2016 - Published: 3/28/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
For Life by PadyandMoony reviews
Kate finally realizes why Castle has been pulling away and decides to fix it. AU after 47 seconds. Warning: mention of suicidal thoughts
Castle - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,264 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 20 - Published: 3/31/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Open Our Hearts by whatifellinlovewith reviews
""Of course," he says, forcing a smile, standing to leave. To give her time. To give her space. "We'll talk tomorrow?" She smiles despite it all, joy shining under the mask of pain spread across her features. "Of course," she echoes." 3x24/4x01 AU. For Castle Fanfic Monday.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,721 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 80 - Follows: 36 - Published: 3/28/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - 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: 30 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 44 - Published: 3/16/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Nowhere to Run by Meg Moore reviews
'Who knew it would take a power outage to bring them to their senses...' An AU post-ep for The Limey. For the lovely Lou, on this Castle Fanfic Monday.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,385 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 29 - Published: 3/14/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Caught Cold by swallowedminds reviews
Knockout AU where no one is shot. "And that is the biggest piece of crap you've said so far," shouts Kate, pointing her finger directly at his chest. "Why don't you just say it?" Taking a step closer, she says it again, adding more taunt to her voice while their eyes connect. "Why don't you say it, say it while I'm on two feet and not being shot at!"
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,840 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 137 - Follows: 227 - Updated: 3/3/2016 - Published: 8/17/2015 - 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: 613 - Favs: 413 - Follows: 477 - Updated: 3/2/2016 - Published: 2/1/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
All I Ask by Cassie Bones reviews
Birthday Prompt Fill for a good friend. Based on All I Ask by Adele. Pre-Always. Rated T
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,779 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 23 - Published: 2/18/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Until Sunrise by swallowedminds reviews
Post ep for Cops and Robbers. For Valen. "He feels it too, that this thing between them, that whatever is holding them back isn't so strong here in this moment. And maybe, if they were alone, she'd drop her walls and let him in."
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,192 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 108 - Updated: 2/17/2016 - Published: 2/14/2016 - 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: 872 - Favs: 288 - Follows: 473 - Updated: 2/6/2016 - Published: 11/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Plotline, Interrupted by ShutUpAndPull reviews
One shot loosely based on a found Tumblr prompt involving Castle being so frustrated during his separation from Beckett that he takes up sparring with Espo and Ryan as a tool to try and help calm him. Beckett accidentally walks in on them working out one night and finds it so hot that she decides she wants some sparring with Castle of her own. This version is set pre-8x07.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,303 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 22 - Published: 2/6/2016 - Rick C., Kate B., Javier E. - 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: 1736 - Favs: 820 - Follows: 972 - Updated: 1/24/2016 - Published: 3/9/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis 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: 118 - Follows: 92 - Updated: 1/21/2016 - Published: 1/11/2016 - 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: 85 - Favs: 170 - Follows: 83 - Published: 1/18/2016 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
To Breathe Again by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"It's been a month. A month of grueling training, of learning the rules and regulations and pushing herself to the limits. A month of proving herself and then coming home to…this. To nothing." Season 6 AU.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,268 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 36 - Published: 1/18/2016 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Animals by jam821 reviews
A storm rolls in that night. Post Knockdown.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,296 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 123 - Updated: 1/12/2016 - Published: 12/14/2015 - Kate B., Rick C. - Complete
Serious Literature by Mouserocks-nerd reviews
Castle's time spent as a hostage changed him. He's been back for only three months, but already he's wanting to make a big change in his life. **Now COMPLETE!**
Castle - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 12 - Words: 25,892 - Reviews: 92 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 141 - Updated: 1/9/2016 - Published: 9/3/2014 - [Rick C., Kate B.] Alexis C., Gina - 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: 535 - Favs: 249 - Follows: 251 - Updated: 1/1/2016 - Published: 11/28/2015 - 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: 345 - Favs: 279 - Follows: 343 - Updated: 12/31/2015 - Published: 12/12/2015 - 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: 723 - Favs: 291 - Follows: 306 - 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: 164 - Follows: 214 - 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: 92 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 83 - Updated: 12/20/2015 - Published: 12/16/2015 - 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: 216 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 192 - Updated: 12/8/2015 - Published: 11/30/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
One Step Closer by SparkleMouse reviews
It was easier then. Before the lies and separation; before the truth and heartache. *Season 8 spoilers*
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,060 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 28 - Published: 12/2/2015 - 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: 141 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 111 - 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: 151 - Follows: 51 - Published: 11/24/2015 - 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: 66 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 26 - 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: 63 - Follows: 32 - Published: 11/12/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
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: 79 - Favs: 146 - Follows: 47 - Published: 11/10/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
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: 120 - Favs: 97 - Follows: 47 - 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: 139 - Favs: 266 - Follows: 190 - Updated: 11/6/2015 - Published: 11/2/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
color of the night by faithsette reviews
"Their feet move in time together, dancing to a song that can't be heard, crickets creating a choir in the background and merging with the soft rippling of the river in the distance." One shot, post kill shot.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,584 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 29 - Published: 11/2/2015 - 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: 169 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 141 - Updated: 10/31/2015 - Published: 10/24/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
It's Nothing by whatifellinlovewith reviews
It's not a date. It's not a relationship. It's nothing. Season 2 AU.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,209 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 34 - Published: 10/25/2015 - [Rick C., Kate B.] - Complete
Writer In Training by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"The loft is way too quiet. Because three years old boys are never silent for this long. Especially not Castle's son." Written for CastleThemeDay.
Castle - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 845 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 23 - Published: 10/23/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
BOURBON by bnr848 reviews
When the red tornado lands of his doorstep a little bourbon does everyone good. How to cope with an ex-wife.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,914 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/23/2015 - Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C., Meredith - Complete
Yearning From Wanting You by whatifellinlovewith reviews
"The scent is still strong, oh so familiar and comforting, bringing back memories of nights spent cuddling, her head on his chest, and of rough days ending in hugs and finding shelter in the crook of his neck." An 8x05 post-ep.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,877 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 15 - Published: 10/20/2015 - [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: 51 - Favs: 136 - Follows: 47 - Published: 10/18/2015 - Complete
Change by bnr848 reviews
Life has a way of happening. Just when you think your dance is perfect, life changes the music. Katherine Becketts music was about to change. Change was in the air for everyone.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Crime - Chapters: 1 - Words: 25,580 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/16/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - 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: 387 - Favs: 184 - Follows: 314 - Updated: 10/8/2015 - Published: 9/6/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Mr and Mrs Castle by ipreferwestside reviews
Kate was tempted to come up with a reason to call him, fabricate some excuse about why they needed to hire a PI. She knew he'd come immediately, fall over himself trying to win her back, get her to love him again. Set around 8x08, no spoilers known. COMPLETE.
Castle - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,870 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 18 - Published: 10/8/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Together by MustBeAWriter reviews
m rated insert for PhDead Castle's right. Kate doesn't need space. She needs him.
Castle - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 867 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 26 - Published: 10/7/2015 - [Kate B., Rick C.] - Complete
Here As On A Darkling Plain by bingblot reviews
She was doing it again, falling back into old, bad habits, as if nothing had really changed, as if her wall was still there. A "fix it" post-ep for 8x2 "XX."
Castle - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,968 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 18 - Published: 10/1/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
34 Days by spaceman-earthgirl reviews
He hadn't heard from her since she'd left, he didn't even know if she was okay. So he was going to call her instead, whether she wanted him to or not.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,867 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 152 - Updated: 9/20/2015 - Published: 9/4/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete
Feels Like Home by bingblot reviews
An AU post-ep to 2x18 "Boom." "He cares about you, Kate. You may not see it; you may not be ready to. But he does." She saw it. She just didn't know what to do about it.
Castle - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 30 - Words: 178,545 - Reviews: 756 - Favs: 536 - Follows: 612 - Updated: 9/19/2015 - Published: 4/27/2015 - Rick C., Kate B. - Complete