Capitu's Harry/Draco Recs

Title: If the Fates Allow or here at AO3
Author: saras_girl
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 80,000 Approx.
Summary: What's that crackling in the walls? // Harry has no clue at all. // He'll eat some cake and drink some wine. // Because he is completely FINE.
--A story about life's disregard for our plans.


This is such a gorgeous story. We meet a Harry who is a bit adrift. He's not happy at work, his personal life is a bit empty, except for Ron and Hermione and their children, who Harry obviously adores, the Weasleys and of course for Draco, whom he's been in love with for ages, though Draco doesn't know. ^^

They share an office in the Ministry in the Auror Department. Draco is something like "Q". However, their boss has it in for Draco and Draco ends up being unfairly fired, which is around the time Harry also realises he's had enough of that horrible boss.

It's truly a journey to happiness, with ups and downs and a beautiful, amazing ending. :D

Title: You cannot save people, you can only love them
Author: amorette
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 51,500 Approx.
Summary: Upon returning for Eighth Year, there are so many strange things going on with Malfoy, Harry doesn’t know where to start. He won’t talk to Harry, but he’s talking to ghosts. He won’t apologize for his past, but the Black Family tapestry has crossed him off its tree. And the worst of it all, he still has that infuriating, snotty mouth on him that gets Harry’s dick hard as a rock drives Harry insane.

This is such a smoking hot fic! :D There's hung!Harry, which I looove. :D But there are a ton of awesome stuff going on. It start with Harry & Co returning to Hogwarts for their 8th Year, only Harry is very, very annoyed indeed because Draco has been ignoring him. He's not looking at him, he's not talking to him, and he didn't even reply the owl Harry sent along with his wand during summer. The nerve!

So that's the state of things when they are paired together for the year-long 8th Year project of re-building Hogwarts. Fun! *thumbs up!*

And that's not all, while they aren't roommates, they do share a bathroom, and of course they keep running into each other there. And of course one of those times is when Harry forgot to carry his towel to the shower. And of course he flashed Draco.

Anyway! Yeah, it's a lot of fun to see these on the verge of exploding into each other's faces, then Harry being obsessed with Draco all over again, seeing all that UST finally burst. :)

Title: How We Throw Our Shadows Down
Author: thistle_verse
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: 14,000 Approx.
Summary: Draco has finally found the perfect, rare piece to complete his collection. The only problem is that the item belongs to Harry Potter, the last wizard on earth Draco wants to ask another favor from.

This is such a lovely fic. There's a feeling of belonging and finding each other at the end that will leave you with a smile on your face.

But the whole thing starts with Draco, a serious tea cosy collector, find this very perfect one that he badly ones. And by perfect I mean an ugly thing. :D He finds it via Zabini Imports. It's something like an ebay play for wizards, and the owner of this particular unique tea cosy is one Harry Potter.

Of course, Draco doesn't want to go around asking Harry favours, especially since years ago he already asking something important and promised it was going to be the last time he asked Harry something.

Anyway, he figures he should at least try to ask about this tea cosy – he really wants it. And Harry in turn invites him to have dinner. They continue having dinner, but let me tell you, the characterisations are so, so lovely. They are in this moment when they are trying, they are healing from the war and finding each other and it's beautiful. Beyond a collection being complete and beyond dinners, Harry and Draco see each other. It's wonderful. :)

Title: The Malfoy Conundrum
Author: omi_ohmy
Rating: R
Word Count: 49,700 Approx.
Summary: Harry’s miserable living with his memories at Grimmauld Place, so after a chance meeting he takes the opportunity to move somewhere new. His housemates, though, are rather unexpected. Especially the blond, pointy one…

This is such a wonderful, gentle story. It's so touching and emotional because here we see a Harry who is not doing well, who is trying his hardest but he's simply not well, he's depressed and he doesn't know what to do. He's not happy where he's living, he's not happy at work, he's just existing, sort of drifting. But there's people who loves him and care for him, so to help him his boss tells him to take some time off, a work sabbatical and it's in this time that he randomly runs into Dudley, who has changed, who is glad to see Harry, who apologies and that's how Harry learns that Dudley is looking for someone to rent his room to while he travels. Harry who very much needed a change jumps of the chance, mindful of Dudley's roommates, Dick and Blaine. :D

Which of course turned out to be Draco and Blaise, and we learn why Draco's nick name is Dick (so very fitting, too, you'll see!) and we see these two, them three, actually, learning to live with each other, getting to know each other.

Harry and Draco pretty soon, after deciding to be civil, realise they have some things in common, they spend time together and start to understand each other. There are so many lovely interactions between them. Flirty, friendly banter, UST, but it's all so natural, and then the people around are seeing this happen, seeing them be happier than they've been in years. It's super sweet and lovely. :)

Title: My Name Was Safest in Your Mouth
Author: alpha_exodus
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 46,000
Summary: Harry didn’t ask for Malfoy to walk into his shop after so many years. But one event leads to another, and soon they’re scrambling to help Hermione find the solution to one of the most insidious viruses the wizarding world has ever seen. To make matters worse, Malfoy’s hiding something, and Harry really wants to kiss him—except Malfoy doesn’t date. Ever.
Content/Warning(s): Creature fic Veela, Bonding fic.

This is such an amazing fic. It's so creative! You see, it's been years since Harry and Draco have interacted. In fact, the last time was back at Hogwarts in Eighth Year when they kissed. It was—well, it was amazing, even after all these years Harry hasn't forgotten how it felt. But Draco has been avoiding him ever since.

That is until recently, when unknowingly to Draco goes into Harry's shop and, well, there's a spark. Almost literally, but the thing is, even if all those feelings that Harry had are still alive, Draco is very clear on something: he doesn't date. Harry's curious about why is it, they’ve been spending time together and Draco obviously enjoys it, too. After more ~dates~ that aren't dates, finally Draco comes clean and tells him he's part Veela, and he has a mate, but he doesn't want to be mated. Harry is. . . Harry has a lot of complicated emotions about this, but one thing he knows, he wants to be with Draco however possible, so they start this relationship, this unique relationship where they are so invested, their feelings for each other are clear and yet never taking that one step they obviously want.

As their relationship progress we learn there's a new virus targeting Purebloods, draining their magical core and one by one, people close to Harry start getting sick. But don't worry! Hermione is one of the Healers in charge.

Like I said, it's super creative and Harry and Draco's interaction are full of love and want. So good!

Title: The Light That is Blinding Me
Author: leontinabowie
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 23,000 Approx.
Summary: After Flourish and Blotts stop stocking the books of Harry’s favourite author, he is directed to a queer bookshop and discovers it’s owned by none other than Draco Malfoy, who has more in common with Harry than either of them realise.
Content/Warning(s): Brief scene of homophobia, depictions of anxiety and panic attacks

This is such a lovely fic. After Harry finds out that Flourish and Blotts is not selling queer books Luna suggests Harry to try a new one in York, Rainbow Reads, and of course once he goes there, Draco is the shop owner.

It's so lovely because they bond over their love for a certain author and they start to get to know each other, Harry spending more and more time in York, which does Harry so much good – he suffers from anxiety and panic attacks, you see, and just, seeing their friendship and attraction turn to something more is wonderful. :)

Title: Changing Tides
Author: carpemermaid
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 110,000 Approx.
Summary: Draco has spent half of his life spouting the things his father has taught him without much thought about how he feels about what he says. When he unexpectedly comes face to face with the Dark Lord, he grapples with the harsh realities of the world and struggles with his changing views on life. Instead of doing what’s expected of him fifth year, he joins Dumbledore’s Army and learns how to defend himself, how to make his own choices, and how he can be something greater than his father’s example as he grows into his own man rather than his father’s shadow. The choices he makes change both his and Harry’s fates, intertwining their paths until they converge.
Content/Warning(s): Elements of Magical AU/Canon divergence (5th year AU).

This is such a beautiful, complex story. It's slightly AU, in which, as the summary says, Draco joins Dumbledore's Army to learn to defend himself, and this decision changed Draco's life so much, and that's one of the many awesome things about this story. It shows us exactly how. We see Draco in Fifth Year, learning these spells, watching Harry, seeing a different side of him, interacting and while not everything is completely different, enough it is that Harry and Draco had the foundation for an amazing friendship that they cultivate way after the war.

We see Draco seeing Harry being so happy in the DA, sees him again at his best when he encourages Harry to reform the DA again and more than that for it to become a club where students can practice and learn.

Then they join the Auror academy and ultimate become partners, but through all these there's this amazing friendship and chemistry—something that had started back in Hogwarts grow.

And we see both POVs, too! Harry, through the story see him grow and learn more about his heritage, discover it, sort of, and feel like he belongs, learning costumes and sharing them with his friends, with Draco. It's a journey, from them being young and living through so much to finding each other and happiness. Amazing!

Title: Like Clockwork
Author: agentmoppet
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 40,000 Approx.
Summary: Draco has never been very good at trusting others, and Potter is no exception. But if they're going to survive this, they need to accept that they're holding each other's lives in their hands, and--worst of all--they're going to have to work together.
Content/Warning(s): a bit of drinking as a coping mechanism, memory loss

This story is just so cool! It's case!fic with Unspeakable Harry Potter working with Curse Breaker Draco Malfoy. :D

The whole thing starts when a package is delivered to Weasley's Wizard Wheeze and as it explodes it hits Ron, putting him into a coma. Draco, who happened to be there (though, granted, he was there to spy on Harry ^^) and is the best Curse Breaker agrees to take the case, and Harry's going to help him.

It's super interesting, because to work on this spell they sort of have to go into the spell, which manifests as a small room, much like the inside of a clock, actually. The catch is that when they come back from that place, that room, they won't be able to remember anything that happened in there once they are back to the real world. But if they go back to that room, they will remember everything that happened both in their previous visit and the outside world.

And of course Harry and Draco get along in that room/spell, and of course once they are outside they don't and everything is difficult. It's awesome, this contrast, but also the way how even though they apparently don't like each other in the real world, they trust each other to be safe in that place, and together work to solve this mystery. Pretty awesome, I'm telling you. :D

Title: No One But You
Author: ustorycollector
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 11,000
Summary: Harry and Draco are friends. More than friends. Close friends. Which might be a little annoying for... well, everyone else around them.

This fic is such a darling of a story. Like, seriously. There's Harry who is a Quidditch player and there's Draco who is his [unofficial] Healer. And they are really good friends and they are also like, dating AF only neither of them realises even though everybody knows, you know? :)

Yeah, oblivious boys being absolutely cute and a bit flirty, plus, there's some smoking hot smut, too! \o/ Awesome! Trust me, it's going to leave you with a big smile on your face. ^^

Title: dirtynumbangelboy
Author: dirtynumbangelboy
Author: magpie_fngrl
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 39,400
Summary: After Harry’s unfortunate encounter with his ex, Draco Malfoy makes him a proposition. Draco wants his parents to stop matchmaking him, Harry wants to make his ex jealous. All they need to do is simply pretend they’re in love. Problem is… Draco already is.

Oh my god, this story is so gorgeous! There's sooo much pining! \o/ But that comes later on, the story actually starts when Astoria ~dumps~ Draco. They've been pretending they are a couple to placate their parents, though both very much gay, and Astoria is ready to – not just come out, but find someone.

Which leaves Draco at the mercy of Narcissa and Lucius who continuously try to match him with proper prospects, I suppose. ^^

Enters Harry, who is coming out of a long-term relationship, not completely over his ex and, well, they think this mutually beneficial arrangement is a great idea: Harry doesn't look as if he's still pining for his ex and Draco's parents leave him a lot. They only have to pretend to be in love. But yes, Draco already is. And he pines so beautifully let me tell you. Because, he's got this image, this ~bad boy, party guy image, but as they start spending time together Harry sees a different side of him. He sees how much he's changed, his kind side, and in return Draco sees more of Harry as well. Of course, of course it's not that simple, because as they get to know each other better these feelings that they are pretending, and in Draco's case trying to repress, only grow stronger.

Seriously, seeing these two fall [harder] in love is gorgeous! They have so much chemistry, they are so good together, you'll love it! :D

Title: Shades Of You
Author: bloodyflammable
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 11,600 Approx.
Summary: Draco certainly never intended to be a style consultant for the seriously fashion challenged, but after the war and the reparations his family had to pay, it was clear he would need to earn a living. However, if having to earn a living meant he got to admire Potter’s arse and shoulders in well-fitted clothes, it wasn’t that bad. Or was it?

This is a delightful story, in which, yes, Draco is a style consultant and Harry is his most important client. But the thing is, Draco is both incredibly snarky and grumpy and completely smitten with Harry, which is just brilliant when it comes to actually dealing with Harry in such, erm, close quarters, sort of speak.

Harry is super charming here, too! And I swear, the whole story is a darling. Will leave you with a big smile on your face, promise! :D


The oddest thing happened to me with this rec. I posted at tumblr, I listed as posted in my spreadsheet. I added to the list of recs I keep, and yet somehow I failed to actually posted at LJ and DW and only today as I am adding the authors to my recs I realised. GOD. I'm so sorry!

Title: Naked
Author: bixgirl1
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 57,700 Approx.
Summary: Harry and Draco are sent on an undercover assignment to catch a Dark wizard — which might not be so bad if it weren't at a Muggle nudist resort. // Now Draco has to deal with a very interested Harry, temptation he's long-since learned to ignore, and threats around every corner — including the one to his heart.

Oh my god, this story is so, so good! It's amazing, really! It's not just fun, and you can imagine just how much fun it's going to be reading Harry and Draco going undercover to a Muggle nudist resort and pose as newlyweds, but it's more so because Harry and Draco have all these. . . ~vibes between them! I don't know how to describe it. They work really well together, but in the story we learn that they are incredibly attracted to each other, and they know it. In fact, they've been sort of fighting against it and now they have this assignment and—well.

One of the things that is so good about this fic is the characterisations; Harry is so charming and confident, and it's awesome, but so is Draco. And they are at this impasse, in which Harry is completely open about wanting Harry and Draco is completely open about trying to resist him. \o/

And then there's the plot, which is super intriguing and gripping and it seems they are spies and conspiracies everywhere. It's super exciting seeing them work together and at the same time work out their feelings for each other. Yeah, pretty damn brilliant. :)

Title: Nearly Lost Things, Carefully Tended
Author: squadofcats
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 46,600 Approx.
Summary: Three years after the war, Harry is lost, drifting, and feeling left behind. In an effort to get control of his life, he commits to cleaning out Grimmauld Place top-to-bottom and forcing it to be a home, whether it likes it or not. The rotten old house is stuffed full of antiques, and Harry is shocked to discover none other than Draco Malfoy running the local antique shop. Malfoy is polite -- too polite, and Harry soon finds himself with a mission: to annoy and bother Malfoy with the most hideous, absurd antiques he can find. But along the way, Harry comes to appreciate Draco, his work, and the power of connecting to the people who came before him. It's a hard lesson, but Harry learns that if he wants to build a future, he has to reconnect to his past, and Draco might just be the one to help him do it.

This story is just so cool! :D It's like the summary says, after traveling for a couple of years, Harry is back in London, he's decided to clean up Grimmauld Place. Ron suggested he goes to this antique expert to help him figure out what's rubbish and what's, you know, valuable. And on that note, Ron is completely awesome in this fic! But then, so is Ginny, and Luna, and Hermione, and of course Harry and Draco themselves are as well!

But as I was saying, Harry goes to the suggested antique shop and, surprise, surprise, the owner and antique expert is Draco. Only Draco is different. He's just so damn polite. It really bothers Harry, this polite ~indifference. Yeah, he's not going to take that. So he makes it a mission to rile Draco up, thing which he's an expert on, and starts bringing all sorts of antiques – ugly, weird, crazy stuff (there's a dildo and a cat – seriously, all sorts of crap), to get a reaction out of Draco.

Only eventually he realises he has a crush on Draco. And by "he realises" I mean his friends have an intervention. And now, well, now his mission is woo Draco.

It's super cool and fun, but it's also touching, because Harry's not just renovating Grimmauld Place, which he hates, he's looking for a home, he's looking for a place to call his, he feels alone and adrift, and is desperately looking to make new roots. Wonderful all around, really. :)

Title: In the Shadow of Your Heart
Author: lq_traintracks
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: 52,000 Approx.
Summary: And thus began the very strange circumstance of their fake dating in public and real fucking in absolute secret. It was, with no comparison, the weirdest relationship Draco had ever been in – which was to say, it wasn't one.

This story is simply gorgeous. It's a fake relationship fic but only it's a little different. The thing is, Draco and Harry come to an arrangement to pretend they are dating, but only after a bit they start fucking, but that's in private, you see. So they are pretending to date to the rest of the world, but are sort of together in private. :D

Of course, it's supposed to be a friends with benefit kind of arrangement, too, but as proven earlier, nothing is simple when it comes to these two. They are brilliant together, they have an incredible connection and chemistry, yet they have troubles communicating, actually telling each other what they are feeling.

And it's gorgeous, because Draco goes through this whole transformation, from someone trying to hide to someone ready to be happy, makes friends in the way that he didn't expect (trust me, Ron is amazing here!) and with a bit of a nudge he just might get everything he wanted.

It's really a journey, and it's beautiful. :)

Title: Dating for Dads in Denial
Author: aibidil
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: 25,100
Summary: In which one wizard designs and another reluctantly patronises a magical matchmaking service, amidst the chaos of children and parenting.

This fic is delightful! Draco starts a dating service. :D Not just any dating service, an incredibly reliable and successful dating service, and Harry, recently divorced, after plenty of nudging from Hermione and co decides to try it (with less success than advertised, but you'll see why!).

But it's more than that because we get to see lovely family dynamics. Harry is a stay at home dad and his children are adorable, it's fun and crazy and chaotic seeing them all interact. Draco, also a single parent, has only Scorpius, and has also moved into Harry's neighbourhood, their kids get along and so they start to see more and more of each other. It's really lovely, guarantee to make you smile. :)