my favorite narry fics WE ALL should read: a thread

note: please PLEASE leave kudos and/or a comment after you’ve read a story! these writers are doing this for FREE and they deserve way more appreciation from us.
leaving a comment can go a long way and it’s the least we could do when they’re giving us these amazing stories!!

“Broken” by alliecat23784

•friends to lovers
•hurt/comfort
•famous H, non-famous Ni

one of my all time favorites!! it’s got five parts so you better read all of them
https://archiveofourown.org/works/5900329?view_adult=true

“You Just Took Me By Surprise” by NarryMusings

•married at first sight au
•strangers to lovers

narry getting married at first sight? yes thank you.
chaptered fic, also got a part 2!
https://archiveofourown.org/works/16195532/chapters/37848404?view_adult=true

“your heart is a masterpiece, and i’ll keep it safe” by jamesniall

•5+1 things
•hurt/comfort
•very cute
https://archiveofourown.org/works/16384610 

“Ways To Love” by flickerbyniall

•actors!au
•enemies to friends to lovers

actors!narry, who doesn’t love that?
https://archiveofourown.org/works/22120681?view_adult=true

“Angel in Hell” by hrrystyle

•strangers to lovers
•fluff and angst

this is for everyone who loves the supernatural, you won’t be disappointed
https://archiveofourown.org/works/18431753?view_adult=true

“Butterflies” by mycroftpoppins

•famous H
•hurt/comfort

https://archiveofourown.org/works/15204683?view_adult=true

“What If We Stop Keeping A Secret?” by byesexualniall

love love LOVE this
https://archiveofourown.org/works/17534729 

“Ain’t Nothin’ but a Hound Dog” by Diaryofanarcissisticgayman

•non-famous
•enemies to friends to lovers
•slow burn
•heavy angst

buckle in ladies and gents and my non-binary friends. this is gonna be a wild and bumpy ride
https://archiveofourown.org/works/7164242/chapters/16263029?view_adult=true

“You Make Loving Fun” by alliecat23784

•bodyguard fic
•famous Ni

do i even need to say more? just read it
https://archiveofourown.org/works/14215815/chapters/32772384?view_adult=true

“Skimming the Surface” by mycroftpoppins

•broadway
•fluff and angst

anyone love broadway? yeah here you have broadway with narry, you’re welcome
https://archiveofourown.org/works/13528113?view_adult=true

“Say Everything- Without a word” by catrinahart

•established relationship
•idiots in love (when are they NOT idiots in love, honestly?)
https://archiveofourown.org/works/11489199?view_adult=true

“all the time before i knew you” by littlemissmeggie

•models!narry
•emotional manipulation (not by ni obvs)

it’s not completed yet, the last chapter is being written rn but it’s SO worth reading it and having to wait
https://archiveofourown.org/works/15712983/chapters/36522675?view_adult=true

“We’re Designed to be Disposable” by catrinahart

•friends to lovers
•psychic abilities

still thinking about this one
https://archiveofourown.org/works/13473933 

“And the spies came out of the water” by flickerbyniall

•memory loss
•amnesia
•inspired by bourne identity (the movie) but doesn’t follow the entire plot

you’re gonna want even more after you’ve finished reading this one
https://archiveofourown.org/works/17155883?view_adult=true

“a secret place where we can stay” by acastle

•canon complaint
•future fic

https://archiveofourown.org/works/4516158?view_adult=true

“Just How Fast” by mycroftpoppins

•pre-hiatus au
•angst

have no worries, no one actually dies in the end and narry get their shit together
https://archiveofourown.org/works/13851576/chapters/31860369?view_adult=true

“Can I Borrow a Cup of Sugar (Then Steal Your Heart) by catrinahart

•a/b/o dynamics
•light angst
•alpha h, omega ni
https://archiveofourown.org/works/16467692/chapters/38566601?view_adult=true

“Mark my Heart on Your Skin” by catrinahart

•idiots in love
•jealous H
•canon-ish
https://archiveofourown.org/works/16467692/chapters/38566601?view_adult=true

“What Happens on Hiatus” by superrich

•8 parts
•loosely inspired by real life events

you gotta love this one
https://archiveofourown.org/series/425524 

“Can’t Help Falling in Love With You” by justyrae

•wedding date au
•famous ni

don’t we all wish something like this would happen to us too? yeah
https://archiveofourown.org/works/1481113?view_adult=true

“these arms were made for holding you” by takesmeunder

•involves all these iconic things, that’s all you need to know tbh

https://archiveofourown.org/works/2799980?view_adult=true

“Rot Your Teeth Down To Their Core If I’m Really Happy” by fffearless

•fluff fluff FLUFF
•ni‘s romantic side is finally coming out
•established relationship

https://archiveofourown.org/works/799491 

“fly with the turbulence” by acastle

•superheroes/superpowers au
•ni is a literal ANGEL!! do i even have to say more?
https://archiveofourown.org/works/3512606?view_adult=true

https://twitter.com/finelinenarry/status/1247327347876990976?s=21 https://twitter.com/finelinenarry/status/1247327347876990976

”home with you” by byesexualniall

one word: idiotsinlove
https://archiveofourown.org/works/16612451#main

“When Everything Comes Crashing Down” by NarryMusings

•heavy angst
•murder mystery
•major character death (not narry dw)

buckle in kiddos
https://archiveofourown.org/works/9259829/chapters/20989700?view_adult=true

“that’s the day i knew you were my pet” by littlemissmeggie

•fake/pretend relationship
•strangers to lovers
•non-famous

https://archiveofourown.org/works/13395420?view_adult=true

“hallelujah, I believe” by supras

•saviour sibling
•it’s incredible please just read it they’re SO in love

https://archiveofourown.org/works/11627838?view_adult=true

“boy wonder(ed)” by acastle

•actor Ni
•canon complaint

ABSOLUTE FAVORITE. actor!niall rise!! if Ni doesn’t dye his hair black then what’s the point? this is all about Ni. also so many cameos by other actors
https://archiveofourown.org/works/6925228?view_adult=true

“Of First Words, Etched Into Skin” by NarryMusings

•2 parts
•soulmate au
•angst with a happy ending

i love this one with my whole heart. please read both parts.
https://archiveofourown.org/series/546910 

“You Keep Me Wild” by shoutouttomyfics

•horses, my dude
•proper idiots in love
• very fluffy

you don’t have to know anything about horses to read this, just do it. https://archiveofourown.org/works/9556856?view_adult=true

“it’s the way we are together” by roofpizza

•KID FIC
•au

also known as keep ur shit together H
https://archiveofourown.org/works/6252532/chapters/14326252?view_adult=true

“Uncertainty Principle” by jibrailis

•time travel
•yes that’s right

a must read.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/8689564/chapters/19921414?view_adult=true

“i forget where we are” by torielle

•need to log in to read
•amnesia fic
•3 parts you should read them all

https://archiveofourown.org/works/3453896 

“Intensified by Absence” by torielle

•need to log in to read
•the time traveller’s wife au
•time travel

https://archiveofourown.org/works/2484173 

“One Shake and I’m Yours” by catrinahart

•baker H
•author Ni
•kid fic (H is a dad)
•idiots in love (obvs)
•mutual pining
•fluff and angst
•DOGS!!

we really do love this one
https://archiveofourown.org/works/11928075/chapters/26959509

“Feelings Stay the Same” by catrinahart

•famous H
•golfer Ni
•light angst
•and they were exes (ohmygod they were exes)
•4 parts, def should read them all

absolute FAVE.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/9821945/chapters/22053743?view_adult=true

“way, no way” series by irishmizzy, miss_bennie

•yes, you’re right, it’s THAT iconic Stylan fic
•slow burn
•4 parts
•gave birth to stylan

is this really a proper narry fic rec if i don’t recommend this iconic story? still waiting for this to happen
https://archiveofourown.org/series/155525 

“An Unspoken Balance” by Anonymous

•soulmate-identifying marks
•kid fic

incredible. amazing. my heart.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/6223777/chapters/14259259

“heartbreak hero” by acastle

•Ni works in radio
•H is a dumbass but he learns
•there’s also a sequel, PLEASE read that one too

imagine not reading this one? can’t relate
https://archiveofourown.org/works/4151499 

“Living in Wonderland” by Diaryofanarcissisticgayman, NarryMusings

•documentary fic
•FLUFF
•narry with kids
•future fic
•canon complaint
•just narry being a family on tour

y’all....this fic...what more can you wish for?
https://archiveofourown.org/works/6119425 

https://twitter.com/finelinenarry/status/1247317903348764682?s=21 https://twitter.com/finelinenarry/status/1247317903348764682

“The Letter Club” by flickerbyniall

•SHERLOCK AU HELLO?!
•H as sherlock, Ni as watson. what more do you need in life?

https://archiveofourown.org/works/19131259 

“honey, we should run away” by narryblossom

•established relationship
•farm au
•light angst
•domestic fluff
•2 parts!! read both
•Ni calling H petal/pet, we love to see it

H rly said “did yall hear sumn” and bought a farm without telling Ni
https://archiveofourown.org/works/15329241 

“Gravitational Pull” by silvered_glass

•SPACE!!
•space au
•”just get together already” said literally everyone
•did i mention this is set in space?

narry in space. that’s it, that’s all. incredible dude
https://archiveofourown.org/works/19960741 

“Silk” by CordensAngels131

•established relationship
•this ones for you dirty fuckers
•esp for those who love top!Ni/bottom!H

https://archiveofourown.org/works/21095648 

“How am I attracted to you? Doesn’t matter. I am” by flickerbyniall

•BROOKLYN NINE NINE AU
•that’s right
•b99!narry exist and we’re blessed
•3 parts

https://archiveofourown.org/series/1396633 

“Something About You” by curiousair

•need to log in to read
•MMA au
•slow burn
•fluff and angst
•friends to lovers
•hurt/comfort

make sure to read the tags & warnings before reading
https://archiveofourown.org/works/18500017/chapters/43839787

“how's about cookin' somethin' up with me” by littlemissmeggie

•narry taking cooking classes
•very soft very cute
•strangers to lovers

where can i sign up to take cooking classes with narry?
https://archiveofourown.org/works/19119508 

“I Think That You’re My Best Friend” by byesexualniall

•narry finding each other on a fancy members only dating app, are we surprised?
•dumbasses in love just get together already
•takes place some years after 1d went on hiatus

https://archiveofourown.org/works/16465904#main

“Taking Home The Gold” by KayleeJohn

•olympics au!!
•athlete!H
•fluff

https://archiveofourown.org/works/1209217#main

“hear this heartbreak breaking through” by acastle

•kid fic
•h is a boxer
•au

this one is so beautiful. makes me cry but like, in a cool way
https://archiveofourown.org/works/4722959 

“your lips feel like home.” by nhstoran

•A Lot of kisses
•this one’s just REALLY really sweet and cute and soft
•angst? sorry we don’t know her

https://archiveofourown.org/works/677536#main

“You’ll Always Find Your Way Back Home” by alliecat23784

•friends to lovers
•angst but just with the right amount
•fluff
•boys being stupid, truly

the one where H didn’t want the hiatus to happen and he decided to stop talking w everyone smh
https://archiveofourown.org/works/7637578 

“as long as you love me so, let it snow” by jamesniall

•established relationship
•SO CUTE SO MUCH FLUFF
•narry getting stuck in a cabin alone
•CHRISTMAS
•boyfriends in love love

https://archiveofourown.org/works/17166263 

“good and right and real” by byesexualniall, NarryMyBed

•Ni’s a caddy
•famous H
•THEY’RE IN THE BAHAMAS HELLO?
•honestly you’re gonna absolutely love this one

https://archiveofourown.org/works/19318894/chapters/45952984

“your wonder under summer skies” by sarcoline_sails

•love letters
•angst with a happy ending
•fluff
•messages in a bottle

just let me adore you :-)
https://archiveofourown.org/works/22505347 

“The Lovers, The Dreamers” by nialleritdidnthappen

•DOGS
•dogs being matchmakers we love to see it
•au

https://archiveofourown.org/works/12292551 

“Sparks Fly” by alliecat23784

•famous H, non famous Ni
•single dad Ni!!!
•kid fic
•slow burn
•fluff
•light angst
•please read the other parts too

i know i say this a lot but...ONE OF MY FAVES!! i have so much love for this story
https://archiveofourown.org/works/11440191/chapters/25637154

“Guiding Light” by Diaryofanarcissisticgayman

•angst very angsty
•H’s a lighthouse keeper

yes this one will squeeze your heart and soul until you can’t breathe but wow it’s incredible and i promise it ends good!!
https://archiveofourown.org/works/5856253/chapters/13498402

“Along the Way (Something Changed)” by catrinahart

•friends to lovers
•famous H, non famous Ni
•H can’t survive without Ni, i felt that

https://archiveofourown.org/works/8472811?view_adult=true

“move your world a little closer” by countthestars

•alien au
•yes you read that right
•slow burn

this fic is really out of this world just like harry. it’s really good and they’re all soft boys we love them all
https://archiveofourown.org/works/5859676 

“To Being Neighbors” by KayleeJohn

•kid fic
•single dad Ni
•Strangers to lovers
•fluff

https://archiveofourown.org/works/7556626 

“starman” by acastle

•STARDUST AU
•Ni is a STAR. like, literally

even if you haven’t seen the movie or read the books you’ll still understand it and can read it. it’s really amazing
https://archiveofourown.org/works/7211930 

“See It Now So Clearly” by jibrailis

•stupid boys in love

https://archiveofourown.org/works/6430858 

“let me photograph you in this light” by storhan

•au college/university
•H is a photographer

https://archiveofourown.org/works/7495980 

“pour yourself all over me” by goldflower

•restaurant au
•friends to lovers
•dumb boys just get together already

https://archiveofourown.org/works/1119059 

“as though nothing could fall” by acastle

•Ni is a social worker
•H is a prince
•slow burn
•incredible

THIS FIC YALL, THIS FIC. so amazing, so incredible. we love this story with our whole heart
https://archiveofourown.org/works/6002404 

“the worst/best night of his life” by squishy

•it’s cute
•fluff and some if u know what i mean

https://archiveofourown.org/works/12906468/chapters/29485554

“Diamond” & “I’ll keep your heart safe” by narrymusings

•crime!au
•angst
•some fluff
•narry endgame

the first part is written on tumblr, read it first!! the sequel is posted on ao3

first part: https://narrymusings.tumblr.com/post/101897749155/diamond
sequel: https://archiveofourown.org/works/5718424 

“only talk about a bruise” by brokendrums

•werewolves
•we love it
•you love it

https://archiveofourown.org/works/11962677 

“That Boy is a Monster” by Diaryofanarcissisticgayman

•au
•angst very angsty
•everything will be fine
•read the tags

BUCKLE IN PEOPLE once again, it’s gonna be a long ride but it’ll be worth it
https://archiveofourown.org/works/4908046/chapters/11259055

“Honey it never stops (I want you but I’m waiting my turn” by thirlniall

•Ni is a bartender
•H is a stupid boy, what’s new

https://archiveofourown.org/works/10226630 

“a humming in the restless summer air” by narryblossom

•firewatch au
•strangers to lovers
•slow burn

https://archiveofourown.org/works/10509642 

“These Four Walls and Me” by justyrae

•au
•heavy angst
•slow burn

this one y’all...tell me when you start reading this so i can share some tissues with you
https://archiveofourown.org/works/2144571 

“only fools rush in” by darlingjustdont

•it’s v cute
•fluff
•lil bit of angst
•asexual character but WHO? hm stay tuned

https://archiveofourown.org/works/8756662