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Best Gwynriel Mutual Pining Fanfics

The best mutual pining Gwynriel (Azriel/Gwyneth Berdara) fanfiction on AO3, curated by popularity. The delicious frustration of obvious mutual attraction, the anticipation of them finally realizing the truth, and the emotional payoff.

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Top Gwynriel Mutual Pining Fic Recs

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A Court of Light and Melody

Mutual Pining

by Daevastanner

**Daily releases starting 7/18 - 572 pages complete**The insinuation didn’t make her mad. It didn’t comfort her. But it did strike a chord. “My instincts are the only reason I’m alive. They’re why those children in Sangravah survived.”Azriel descended to the grounds of the river house. “Then perhaps

2,629 kudos 204,567 words 84/84 chapters Mature
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War of Hearts

Mutual Pining

by jennierubyjaner

“I am not planning on falling in love with you, Shadowsinger, if that’s what worries you — it’s just sex, nothing more,” amusement sparked in her brilliant teal gaze as she continued, “Are you scared you won’t be able to resist falling for me?” There was more than teasing in her tone: a challenge. O

1,307 kudos 109,789 words 32/? chapters Explicit
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A Court of Whispers and Song

by mystical_blaise

:Contains ACOSF and Az POV Spoilers: Gwyn is still chased by the ghosts of the past. She craves to find herself beyond that girl and find her place in the world. She wants it all: strength, freedom, friendship, and love. While searching for the light in the world, she never could have guessed she wo

3,898 kudos 333,359 words 78/78 chapters Explicit
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To Pay a Debt

by TheTeaQueen

When Nesta realizes Feyre has not included her in any of their family paintings, the sting of her exclusion is sharper than she could have ever imagined.Desperate to relieve Feyre and her new family of the burden that she was, she did the only thing she could think of: run.An alternate take after AC

3,671 kudos 234,488 words 48/48 chapters Mature
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A Court of Fire and Starlight

by LadyTess

Born into the cut-throat Autumn Court, Eris Vanserra had been surrounded by monsters his entire life and spent most of his time scheming for the crown his cruel father still possessed. His world is thrown into chaos when an unexpected source gets to his father before he can. Astra was raised in the

3,094 kudos 397,386 words 66/66 chapters Explicit
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A Court of Scars and Shadows

by BelladonnaMoon

"In her mind, she knew those very hands could be capable of wielding gentle pleasure, just as they wielded the sharp edge of a blade. Masterful and to a rare skill of something altogether Godly."Gwyn was spiralling.So fast and hard she barely could keep her grip on the world she had clawed up Ramiel

2,915 kudos 235,908 words 44/45 chapters Explicit
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A Court of Ribbons and Shadows

by TheIndomitableSmartass

Gwyneth Berdara is furious. She fights invisible terrors day and night. The walls closing in; the anger suffocating. With Emerie and Nesta at her side, she's stronger than ever. But true threats are looming on the horizon, and Gwyn must decide: to fight for a callous world; or to protect her new fam

1,933 kudos 967,264 words 56/56 chapters Mature
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Ballad of Shadows

by jennierubyjaner

“Reject the bond.”She stared at him, “Excuse me?” she inquired, unable to mask her astonishment — perhaps she didn’t hear him right.Azriel gritted his teeth, his jaw set, “Reject the bond, Gwyn,” his hazel eyes held so much emotion that Gwyn had never seen before — not in his gaze, at least. He was

1,614 kudos 106,125 words 40/40 chapters Mature
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A Court of Vines and Shadow

by sayitwithyourchestbrad

“Don’t look so thrilled, sweetheart. People will talk,” he teased, his voice low and dripping with sarcasm.“I was supposed to dance with a Summer Court captain before you rudely cut him off. And don’t call me sweetheart.”Nyx grinned, utterly unrepentant. “You’re welcome for rescuing you.”“I didn’t n

1,570 kudos 306,910 words 67/? chapters Explicit
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Azriel's new Cassian

by Jin_Art369

Azriel is Gwyn’s new ribbon but what exactly is Gwyn to Az?This continues where ACOSF and HOFAS left off.We delve into their growing friendship, which slowly simmers into something more... much more *cough*Prepare for witty banter, heartwarming fluff, and gut-wrenching angst. And let’s not forget ab

1,510 kudos 151,701 words 53/53 chapters Explicit
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Symphonia

by darkrose9314

Set two years after the events of A Court of Silver Flames, Nesta and Cassian start their next big journey together. (Please don't read if you don't want to be spoiled for A Court of Silver Flames.)

1,469 kudos 384,764 words 83/? chapters Explicit
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A Little Bit of Light Reading

by infinitefolklore

Elain is all alone at the Town House and Lucien makes a surprise appearance. They decide to "explore the mating bond," but for how long can they keep it a secret? And what happens when the Inner Circle starts meddling in their business?Okay so this fic has been going on for much longer than I intend

1,405 kudos 120,896 words 43/43 chapters Explicit
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To the Stars that Listen

by Altheafirehawk

“Some people dislike you not because you’ve done anything wrong, but because your realness exposes their disguise.” -Vex KingAt a long-overdue family dinner, tensions simmer and long-buried truths finally ignite, shattering the fragile peace of the Inner Circle. With razor-sharp words and unrelentin

1,395 kudos 295,950 words 61/61 chapters Not Rated
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Trial of the Valkyrie

by Daevastanner

**Inspired by OUTLANDER - Daily releases starting 4/09 -- 480+ pages complete**Following the events of ACOSF, the Valkyrie must answer for their victory in the Blood Rite and face trial before the Illyrian Tribunal in Windhaven. Corporal punishment is certain, but there is one way around it for Gwyn

1,375 kudos 134,830 words 26/26 chapters Mature
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Lying In Between The Memories

by Separatist_Apologist

Following the blood rite, Gwyneth Berdara can't shake the memories of a life long-gone.The shadowsinger can't seem to move on after five centuries of loving the same woman. Together, they'll have to carve a new path forward.

1,334 kudos 106,991 words 24/30 chapters Explicit
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If we weren't broken

by Jin_Art369

Gwyn grapples with PTSD and the fact that she has a mate who might never fall for her.Azriel still wrestles with the deep-seated feeling of unworthiness.Two parts of one soul.Broken by life's trials.What happens when they come together?Can they recognize one another amid the ruins?Can they piece bac

1,322 kudos 158,947 words 32/32 chapters Explicit
17

Call Me Home

by PropagandaPrincess

COMPLETED 3/11/22Rhysand’s warning was clear as crystal. “Stay away from Elain…or else.”"Or else what?" Azriel couldn’t help but think. "Rhysand is full of empty threats."Azriel is ready to put his heart out on the line for true love, but is he willing to sacrifice everything? His family, his friend

1,238 kudos 117,466 words 54/54 chapters Explicit
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The Lady of Rosehall

by loveL

Gwyn wasn't raised to be a lady. She wasn't raised to run an estate or to be a wife, but through a cruel twist of fate and a malicious High lord, that's what she becomes.The wife to the Shadowsinger.The Lady of Rosehall.As if that wasn't bad enough, a war with the humans is brewing, a war that her h

1,219 kudos 220,240 words 50/50 chapters Mature
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Of Death and Resurrection

by TheTeaQueen

Nesta was prepared to die. For Feyre, she would give everything. When Nesta sacrifices herself to save Feyre, the only person able to save her is the one who has hated her the most: Rhys. Cassian was so tired of watching his mate drown in her self hatred, her despair, and he'd just wanted her to fi

1,193 kudos 55,390 words 11/11 chapters Mature
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On My Radar

by VikingMagic_33

After a difficult training session, Az agrees to assist Gwyn in overcoming her physical triggers. He is more than a little shocked and intrigued by the explicit nature of her experiments.How will this new dynamic impact their friendship?Will they finally have a chance to heal?Will they find a way to

1,189 kudos 111,917 words 33/33 chapters Explicit

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Why Mutual Pining Gwynriel Fanfiction Works So Well

Azriel/Gwyneth Berdara — The scarred shadowsinger and the brave priestess-warrior whose training sessions spark a connection built on mutual respect and understanding.

Mutual Pining — Both characters are in love with each other but believe their feelings are unrequited. Readers can see the truth while characters remain oblivious.

Their shared experiences with trauma and the way they bring out each other's competitive, playful sides creates a foundation for deep emotional healing. The delicious frustration of obvious mutual attraction, the anticipation of them finally realizing the truth, and the emotional payoff. That's why mutual pining Gwynriel fanfiction is one of the most consistently popular combinations on AO3.

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