Adam Gowans: 2 books

Ever since magic caused his mother’s death, Ha-Neul hates witches and the powers they wield. As crown prince of Balhae, he has instituted harsh laws against all magic users. When Lisa, a young witch who hopes to gain freedom for her people, begins working undercover as a servant in his palace,...

On a distant world, Avalys is voted in as the youngest member of her family council. But the new position puts her life in danger when the leader of another powerful family, a man who's wanted her dead for a long time, hears the news.The shape-shifting assassin Jayd is sent to eliminate...