The City of Fantome Duology Series by Catherine Doyle

The City of Fantome Duology Series by Catherine Doyle - In the sprawling, shadowy city of Fantome, shade magic is outlawed but still practiced in secret. Two powerful guilds — the sneaky Order of Cloaks and the deadly Order of Daggers — control the city’s underworld with rival codes, hidden rituals, and dangerous secrets.

• The Dagger and the Flame — Book #1 - The story follows Seraphine Marchant, who flees to the city of Fantome after her mother’s murder to seek vengeance. There, she becomes involved with the Order of Cloaks and crosses paths with Ransom Hale, heir to the rival Order of Daggers. Their antagonistic relationship quickly becomes complicated by magic, mystery, and an enemies-to-lovers dynamic.
• The Rebel and the Rose — Book #2 - The sequel continues Seraphine and Ransom’s story. Sera now trains with a new magical order and must return to Fantome, where rebellion and prophecy unfold. Ransom struggles with his role as a leader while the two of them confront growing danger and their feelings for each other.