The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin
by manic_intent
"A post-canon romp where Napoleon Solo dedicates himself to the seemingly impossible task of seducing his inscrutable Russian partner."
Plot Summary
Set after the events of the 2015 film, The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin follows Napoleon Solo's campaign to win over his taciturn Soviet partner, Illya Kuryakin. The Cold War setting adds stakes: any involvement between a CIA-trained American and a KGB-trained Russian could be career-ending.
Full Plot Summary (Contains Spoilers)
Napoleon's courtship is played for comedy initially. A mission gone wrong forces both to confront their feelings when Napoleon is seriously injured. Illya finally admits his feelings while Napoleon recovers.
Why Fans Love This Fic
Manic_intent is a celebrated author, and this fic's banter between Napoleon and Illya crackles with wit and tension.
Main Characters
Napoleon Solo
A charming American spy determined to seduce his Russian partner
Illya Kuryakin
A formidable KGB agent hiding a complex response to Napoleon's advances
Gaby Teller
Their partner and exasperated witness to Napoleon's attempts
Relationships
Tropes & Tags
Themes
Content Warnings
- Period-typical attitudes
- Spy violence
- Cold War political tension
Frequently Asked Questions
What is "The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin" about?
A post-canon romp where Napoleon Solo dedicates himself to the seemingly impossible task of seducing his inscrutable Russian partner.
How long is "The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin"?
"The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin" is 42,000 words across 6 chapters, with an estimated read time of 2h 48m.
Is "The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin" complete?
Yes, "The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin" is complete with all 6 chapters published.
Where can I read "The Courtship of Mr. Kuryakin"?
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