Can we get like a master list of all the cs fake dating stories?? Because I need that in my life.
We don’t do masterlists, necessarily. Just fic lists - where we reccomend some of our favorite fics that fit the prompt! We hope you enjoy these, anyway, and you can even find some more fics that fit the prompt in our fake dating tag!
*A Somewhat Terrible Idea by randomsquare
T. [71,715 words: MULTICHAPTER]. When Emma Swan gets an invitation to her ex’s wedding, she isn’t expecting to find it still hurts. Determined not to “lose the break-up”, Emma recruits the snarky Irishman she chases down bail jumpers with, to assist her in her somewhat ill-conceived plan to save face. Absolutely nothing could go wrong, right?
WARNINGS/KINKS/TRIGGERS (IF ANY): References to sex, nothing graphic.
Why I love this: The banter and dialogue in this fic make me want to weep with how good it is. They have such an interesting, in character repartee and it’s so, so nice to read. I love the writer’s style, I love the fake!dating trope, I love so many aspects about this fic.
*right where we are by weezly14
G. [8,728words: ONESHOT]. It’s possibly one of the stupidest things she’s ever done—and she’s done a lot of stupid things. But let’s start at the beginning.
Why I love this: Better question: why don’t I love this? The author has such a way with words - their style is absolute impeccable. It’s such an enjoyable read, even if it’s tearing my heart out. I love both of their characterizations and imagery is nothing less than incredible.
*The Lost Boys by niniadepapa
M. [371,441 words: MULTICHAPTER]. He’s the charming, out of control frontman of one of the most successful bands in the world. She’s a hard-working rising actress. Sometimes it’s hard to find out what’s real and what’s make-believe when fame’s in the game.
Why I love this: The fic that was heard in every fic rec list, and for good reason. This fic will make you laugh and make you cry, possibly within the same ten minutes. Read it. READ IT. It’s basically required reading, you know.
*As Real As You Want It To Be by alwaysbeenapirate
M. [85,753 words: MULTICHAPTER]. Teaching at the same school as Killian Jones was both infuriating and distracting, but when he throws Emma under the bus for the final time, she devises a plan to get back at him. After all, nobody likes to go to a wedding alone. Time for some CS AU fake dating
WARNINGS/KINKS/TRIGGERS (IF ANY): Graphic depictions of sex.
Why I love this: This fic is adorable - I love the dynamic Killian and Emma have in it and I love how you see their relationship progress. The characterizations and the little details really make this fic a really fun read.
*Sway With Me by killians-dimples
M. [3,147 words: ONESHOT]. Emma Swan hires escort Killian Jones to accompany her to a wedding where her ex will be.
WARNINGS/KINKS/TRIGGERS (IF ANY): Graphic depictions of sex.
Why I love this: The angst in this fic will hit you like a punch to the gut, but it’s so worth it. Emma’s loneliness and self-depreciation feel so tangible, as does Killian’s determination to get through to her.
*2:00 AM by captainodonewithyou
M. [15.709 words: WORK IN PROGRESS]. AU. Emma needs a date to combat her well-meaning mother’s constant questions after her love life, but she is not willing to commit to a relationship that could end in shambles. An ad on craigslist featuring a too-hot-to-be-real guy offering platonic dates in exchange for storytelling is an attractive offer to the nearly-broke Emma–one that she finds unable to refuse.
Why I love this: I keep on saying this over and over again for these, but honestly - the dialouge and interactions here are everything. Emma’s relationship with her parents are also everything, but the way that Emma and Killian get through to each other really makes me !!! You would think a writing-based blog would be more eloquent, and yet…
