In an alternate world based on the mythology of India, a girl trained since birth as a "poison maiden" in the Raja's service is ordered to kill a boy she loves.

Iyla and Marinda have killed many men together: Iyla as the seductress, Marinda as the final, poisonous kiss. Now they understand who the real enemy is--the Snake King--and together they can take him down. Both girls have felt as though they were living a lie in the past, so moving into the king's palace and pretending to serve him isn't as difficult as it sounds. But when you're a spy, even secrets between friends are dangerous. And each girl has...

"After finding out that she unknowingly pledged her life to becoming an assassin, Quin must fight to survive in the world as a Seeker, amidst long hidden Seeker families, shadowy alliances, and a sinister plan begun generations ago that could destroy everything she's ever known"--

"In a clash of steel, a mortal body may fall. But in a clash of dreams, a powerful heir may rise."--Back cover.

"Three years ago, young Lord Cassia disappeared in the midst of war. Since then, a devastating illness has swept the land, leaving countless dead and a kingdom forever altered. Having survived war and plague, Cas, now eighteen, wants only to return to his home in the mountains and forget past horrors. But home is not what he remembers. His castle has become a refuge for the royal court. And they have brought their enemies with them. An assassin targets...

Roma and Juliette have established themselves as the heads of an underground weapons ring in Zhouzhuang, making a living the way they do best while remaining anonymous in their peaceful, quiet life. But when they hear about several Russian girls showing up dead in nearby towns, they decide to investigate—and ultimately discover that this mystery is much closer to home than they ever imagined.

"At thirteen, Ayrion learns quickly the consequences of being exceptional. Staying on top is not always a good thing, especially when the head of your clan has a son who can't stand to lose. Trained as assassins, competition for an Upaka is serious. The more Ayrion wins, the deadlier his position becomes. Can he manage to keep his identity as a wielder hidden, or will he ignore his parents' advice and use his magic to win?"--Back cover

"Mars Darkvane, a magic user, teams up with Fura Torvald, a noblewoman, to save the oppressive and dangerous island of Riven."

High school student Akira Oda and his classmates are magically summoned to another world where they are awarded fantastical powers, but while one of them is lucky enough to become a true hero, Akira becomes a mere assassin. However, against all odds, the assassin just might be the most powerful role of all! Harboring doubts about the intentions of the king, Akira uses his newfound strength as a master of the shadows to uncover the secrets and conspiracies...

Hunting for the strength to avenge his murdered friend, Akira sets his sights on reaching the bottom of an ancient labyrinth. There, Akira discovers a huge, talking black cat—a servant of the Demon King and unexpected ally. After they form a pact to join forces, a magic circle whisks Akira away to the home of his new companion Amelia, the land of the elves. There, unexpected secrets about Amelia’s history come into dangerous focus!