But Kirra places herself willingly in peril when she falls in love with the irresistible-but already married-Lord Romar. The motley group of mystics and warriors faces many dangers in their travels. In the royal city of Ghosenhall, she unexpectedly joins up with her steadfast compatriots from her previous adventures, and together they embark on a tour of the Twelve Houses acting as guardians for the enigmatic queen of Gillengaria and her alluring daughter. So Kirra shapeshifts into her sister’s form and makes the rounds for her.

Though Casserah is obligated to attend a circuit of social events held by the great Houses of Gillengaria, she obstinately refuses to go.

Now, national bestselling and award-winning author Sharon Shinn continues her epic tale, as a beautiful shapeshifter finds that intrigue and danger can be found even in the safest of havens…Īfter joining an unlikely band of soldiers and sorcerers to rescue the regent Romar Brendan from a cabal of rebellious minor lords, the shiftling Kirra returns to her home of Danalustrous-and learns that her half-sister, Casserah, has been proclaimed heir to the land. The novel is set on a planet called Fieldstar, where readers visit a property called Thorrastone – whose enigmatic lord will test the strength of that tender and compassionate heart.The first book of The Twelve Houses, Mystic & Rider, was hailed as “spellbinding” ( Publishers Weekly), and introduced readers to the troubled land of Gillengaria. Yet she has grown up with a singularly sharp mind – and a heart that warms to those she sees as less fortunate than herself. Jenna Starborn was a child created out of frozen embryonic tissue – unloved and unwanted. Jenna Starborn is a standalone title by Sharon Shinn. A woman blessed, or cursed, with a talent for witchcraft returns to Castle Auburn where she spent her childhood in joy – only to find an aura of dread awaiting her. Sharon Shinn Synopses: Summmers at Castle Auburn is a standalone novel by Sharon Shinn. If You Like Sharon Shinn Books, You’ll Love… Angels of Darkness also has stories by Ilona Andrews, Meljean Brook and Nalini Singh. Never After also includes stories from Yasmine Galenorn, Laurell K. Elemental Magic also has stories by Carol Berg, Jean Johnson and Rebecca York. The Queen in Winter also includes stories by Claire Delacroix, Lynn Kurland and Sarah Monette. Notes: To Weave a Web of Magic also has stories by Claire Delacroix, Lynn Kurland and Patricia A.

The Thirteenth House by Sharon Shinn