Destiel AU, vol.4 - enemies, friends, roommates and lovers
Destiel AU, vol. 4 - enemies, friends, roommates and lovers rec list. Flirting is hard, emotions are complicated and relationships are messy, and yet, somehow, Dean and Cas always find their way to each other. This time I’ve chosen fics that deal with communication and misunderstandings. <3
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Boys Helping Boys by captainrum [NC-17, 42,000 word count] (Note - this is an older fic we reviewed years ago. Later, the author deleted it, and now has reposted it again on ao3 with timestamps added to the main fic. Check it out!) #rom com, #celebrity, #!casother, #bicurious, #!samjess, reality TV show rec list
Castiel is a host of a makeover show called Boys Helping Boys, and Dean is the unkept straight guy getting made over for his brother Sam’s wedding.
Broomstick Cowboy by jupiter_james [NC-17, 17,600 word count] #love hate, #bigbro!gabe, #athlete!dean, #challenge fic, Dean/Cas Reverse Bang 2018, Fanworks inspired by this fanfic at destielfanworks
Dean Winchester is one of the finest circuit riders of his generation, right after his legendary father. He's got the life he loves, with the exception of one thing - one person: his biggest sponsor, Castiel Milton. Despite being a ranch owner, Milton is only interested in one thing, and that's making money, even at the expense of animals past their prime. At least, that's what Dean's animosity has been lead to believe. However, coming face to face with his misunderstanding makes him reevaluate a lot of things, including his feelings for Castiel.
(don't) fear the reaper by justkeeponwriting [NC-17, 51,400 word count] #creature!cas, #wing!fic, #bonded, #love hate, #roommates, #angel family, #bigbro!gabe, #pining!dean, !pining!cas, #!dcbb, A DCBB 2018 fic, Fanworks inspired by this fanfic at destielfanworks
Castiel is a grim reaper – and a very experienced one at that. He has negotiated thousands of deals to keep the balance of souls, acquiring years of life energy from mortals who have too many years in their life span, and has passed it onto those who have less. But even Castiel isn’t prepared when he accidentally convinces a mortal called Dean Winchester to give him his soul, and with it, a complete control of his life.
If I Loved You Less by surlybobbies [NC-17, 27,000 word count] #best friends, #pining!cas, #asexual!cas, #crossover, #charlie, #rom com, #!dcbb, A DCBB 2018 fic, Fanworks inspired by this fanfic at destielfanworks
Dean Winchester has everything. He’s got a great house, a steady job, a beautiful car, a loyal best friend, and (most importantly) an abundance of great advice. He wants nothing more than for everybody else in his life to know what it feels like to be as happy as he is. After successfully seeing his brother Sam married off to Eileen Leahy, Dean turns his attention to his newest friend: Charlie Bradbury. Despite his best friend Cas’s apprehensions, Dean does his best to improve her life. Thing is, none of his attempts at matchmaking seem to work. In fact, Dean’s carefully laid plans for Charlie (and for himself) quickly start to fall apart. Why is Charlie so oblivious? And why is Dean so upset when Cas’s ex returns to town? Dean’s got a lot to learn about his family and friends, but mostly, he’s got a lot to learn about himself. (A modern-day Emma AU.)
Partnered by K_K_TiBal [T, 28,100 word count] #law enforcement au, #pretend boyfriends, #love hate, #pining!dean, #pining!cas, #asexual!cas, Dean/Cas Reverse Bang 2018, Fanworks inspired by this fanfic at destielfanworks
Dean didn't think that his life as a detective could get much worse after Castiel was promoted to lieutenant. Castiel was a stickler for the rules, had no sense of humour, and never seemed to give Dean a break, even though they used to be partners. But then, despite all of their questionable history, the two are asked to go undercover on a case in the wealthy suburbs of California. . . as a married couple.
Redefining Freedom by emwebb17 [NC-17, 28,300 word count] #shop au, #bigbro!gabe, #athlete!dean, meet cute, banter
After his brother observes what a weakling he has become, Castiel decides to check out the new gym down the street. After getting roped into trying out a personal trainer, Castiel finds out there might be more benefits than just a good work out in store.
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