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BHE » by
wendykw
A fluffy fic that was inspired by a memory of mine.
Castle, T, English, Family & Romance, chapters: 16, words: 32k+, favs: 75, follows: 130, updated: 3/2 published: 11/10/2016, [Kate B., Rick C.]
485Tuesdays with Johanna » by
evitascarlett
A Redemption Universe Story: Rick Castle is determined that despite a multitude of misunderstandings and wounded feelings, Johanna Beckett is going to be his "third time is a charm" type of mother-in-law…whether she wants to be or not; because he wants his family to be completely healed and happy before Johanna uncovers the underlying reasons for his mission. CastleFicathon2018
Castle, T, English, Family & Drama, chapters: 28, words: 351k+, favs: 85, follows: 141, updated: 1/22 published: 5/7/2018, Rick C., Kate B., Jim B., Johanna B.
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no other shade of blue but you » by
liviafan1
A Christmas AU reunion that takes place in Season 3. How things might have played out if Castle hadn't returned to the 12th in the fall.
Castle, T, English, Romance & Angst, chapters: 12, words: 29k+, favs: 84, follows: 183, updated: 12/23/2024 published: 12/5/2020, Rick C., Kate B.
694Most Wanted » by
Ephemeral Lunatic
AU. On January 9th, 1999, Castle saves Johanna Beckett from being murdered. His act of bravery sparks a complicated love with her daughter, and a totally different life and career path for Kate Beckett. Because although Johanna lived, someone out there still wants her dead, and as the years go by, Kate Beckett and Richard Castle are determined to find out who.
Castle, T, English, Romance & Drama, chapters: 22, words: 74k+, favs: 539, follows: 989, updated: 11/19/2024 published: 3/8/2013, Kate B., Rick C.
406Unraveled » by
evitascarlett
An Apologize AU in which the roles are reversed, Johanna lived and Jim was the one who was gone: Their world had unraveled thirteen years ago and they had never really been the same, struggling to move on, to have some sort of peace when nothing felt right without him…and now it was about to unravel once more. See Author's note for more details. Castle Ficathon 2020.
Castle, T, English, Drama & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 27, words: 355k+, favs: 81, follows: 133, updated: 11/10/2024 published: 3/31/2020, Rick C., Kate B., Jim B., Johanna B.
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The possibility of magic » by
alexmrogers
Rick, Kate, and the rest of their group are graduating. Will Rick go to LA to pursue his dream or will he stay in New York and listen to his heart? But what happens when someone from the past is trying to interfere in his new relationship?
Castle, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 11, words: 15k+, favs: 17, follows: 44, updated: 4/4/2024 published: 2/9/2021, Rick C., Kate B., Lanie P., Josh D.
91A World Without Color » by
The Muse of Apollo
AU. Rick and Kate Castle have gone through a lot together since that cold January day that changed their lives forever. And it all started with a single glance.
Castle, M, English, Romance & Angst, chapters: 6, words: 12k+, favs: 66, follows: 147, updated: 3/31/2024 published: 6/26/2021, [Rick C., Kate B.] [Johanna B., Jim B.]
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Lightning Flashes » by
Trinity Everett
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, T, English, Family & Drama, chapters: 15, words: 42k+, favs: 268, follows: 350, updated: 4/11/2023 published: 4/11/2020, Rick C., Kate B.
88Awoken by Elephants » by
Alyssa86InMN
Richard Castle wasn't expecting to meet the love his life in a bar, but he did. He wasn't expecting his life to be filled with so much happiness in just a few short years, but it was. He wasn't expecting a statue of elephants on parade to destroy his world, but they did. Can Rick ever find that happiness again after losing everything he thought he knew? AU, No death, Caskett ending
Castle, T, English, Romance & Angst, chapters: 10, words: 18k+, favs: 33, follows: 88, updated: 4/5/2023 published: 10/1/2022, Rick C., Kate B.
112Always My Heart » by
Knight Rider Alpha
After returning from LA, Kate finds Josh has been cheating on her. Kate puts an end to their relationship and seeks out the advice of Castle. Together they will journey from Partners in crime to partners in life, expect everything we have come to love about our Dynamic Duo as they embark on a journey of the heart to find the one who will hold it for forevermore. Set Season Three
Castle, T, English, Romance & Family, chapters: 12, words: 40k+, favs: 112, follows: 238, updated: 3/12/2023 published: 3/29/2015, Rick C., Kate B.
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For the People » by
CheerfulChemist
This story is in the same AU as Under and Over. Kate is now a prosecutor, Rick is an award-winning author of books exposing the criminal history of well-known figures including Bracken. The story starts with DA Gidon Shapiro and ADA Kate Beckett prosecuting a rich and powerful politician for rape.
Castle, M, English, Crime & Romance, chapters: 115, words: 157k+, favs: 57, follows: 78, updated: 1/4/2023 published: 9/12/2022, Rick C., Kate B.
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Common Ground » by
skygirl55
Kate Beckett and Richard Castle meet through unexpected circumstances during the holiday season. AU. For CastleFicathonWinter2022
Castle, T, English, chapters: 7, words: 20k+, favs: 63, follows: 96, updated: 12/25/2022 published: 12/14/2022, [Kate B., Rick C.]
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Christmas Wish » by
djinni14
Just a little something for Christmas. COMPLETE
Castle, T, English, Drama & Romance, chapters: 9, words: 30k+, favs: 23, follows: 33, updated: 12/9/2022 published: 11/21/2022, Rick C., Kate B., Alexis C.
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As The Story Goes » by
Trinity Everett
A collection of Caskett drabbles, ficlets, and one-shots based on prompts. Today's offering: Like Yourself: Castle helps his pregnant wife feel a little more like herself. Rated K . (Ficlet Collection has been marked complete on 5/10/23. All new prompt responses and ficlets will be posted separately.)
Castle, M, English, Romance & Drama, chapters: 47, words: 70k+, favs: 215, follows: 327, updated: 11/25/2022 published: 8/30/2014, Rick C., Kate B.
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LAZARUS » by
TankW1
Kate Beckett and Rick Castle had only been married for a short time when disaster took him away from her. But then came that phone call and everything suddenly got weird. A completely AU story with a dose of imagination.
Castle, T, English, Drama & Angst, chapters: 8, words: 32k+, favs: 27, follows: 40, updated: 11/15/2022 published: 11/8/2022, Rick C., Kate B., Javier E., Kevin R.
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Then Came Love » by
bingblot
Kate had never planned to see him again but now, she would have to see him. She had to see Castle, for the first time in weeks, and talk to him. Starting in the summer before S2 and then going AU from there.
Castle, T, English, Romance & Friendship, chapters: 61, words: 339k+, favs: 272, follows: 385, updated: 11/4/2022 published: 6/25/2021
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Death By Chocolate » by
TheresaJoliePitt
AU. Kate opens up a bakery after being shot. She meets a customer named Richard Castle. Sets place around the year of season 4/5. (It's been years since my last fanfic, but for JJ I came back out of "retirement").
Castle, T, English, Romance, chapters: 17, words: 26k+, favs: 52, follows: 92, updated: 10/2/2022 published: 6/5/2022, Rick C., Kate B.
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Perseverance » by
skygirl55
Castle & Beckett try to make their way through a very different world. AU.
Castle, T, English, chapters: 6, words: 20k+, favs: 38, follows: 65, updated: 9/24/2022 published: 9/3/2022, [Kate B., Rick C.]
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Close To You » by
ipreferwestside
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, M, English, Romance & Family, chapters: 9, words: 30k+, favs: 120, follows: 114, updated: 8/27/2022 published: 8/16/2022, Rick C., Kate B., OC
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Above and Beyond » by
Pen to Paper Writer
Rick was a warrior. He had only wanted to do one thing and he was damn good at it. He followed his dream and was a credit to his country. Kate had lost her way dealing with school that she didn't finish and taking care of her father. She needs a new direction and she might have found it.
Castle, T, English, Drama & Romance, chapters: 13, words: 39k+, favs: 37, follows: 62, updated: 5/1/2022 published: 9/5/2021, Rick C., Kate B., Martha R., Lanie P.