Gift of the Ancients Series by Bianca D'Arc

She knows magic and medicine in equal measure…Lynn was raised with one foot in the mortal world of science and technology, the other rooted in her grandmother’s realm of magic, shifters and good versus evil. She chose to follow in her late father’s footsteps to become a medical researcher, never imagining a military unit would need her help as both a researcher, and as the granddaughter of one of the most powerful witches in the country... moreShe knows magic and medicine in equal measure…Lynn was raised with one foot in the mortal world of science and technology, the other rooted in her grandmother’s realm of magic, shifters and good versus evil. She chose to follow in her late father’s footsteps to become a medical researcher, never imagining a military unit would need her help as both a researcher, and as the granddaughter of one of the most powerful witches in the country. But the unit needs her on both fronts, and she’s determined to do her best, even if it means going into danger.In a world of shapeshifters and magic, one military unit stands alone…Gifted with superhuman powers by an ancient and capricious djinn, the Special Forces operatives of Rick’s unit need help dealing with their new superhero status. They are only just learning what they can really do and all about the world of shifters and magic around them. Hunted by a hidden enemy, they are in constant danger, as is anyone close to them.Soldier and doctor, Rick has a special obligation to keep everybody safe…Rick is attracted to the beautiful doctor, but hates the fact that working with him and the other guys in his unit puts her in serious danger. When she volunteers as bait to lure in the enemy shapeshifters who are stalking the island, he hates every minute of it, but Lynn proves she’s made of tougher stuff than anyone expects. He admires her strength of will and her pure heart, but can he ask her to forsake the outside world to stay with him…forever? Is she really his fated mate, or are they both caught up in the magic of this strange new world? less

Danger brought them together. Love will make them unstoppable.Zeke thought his new power was a dud. Gifted with psychometry by an ancient and magical djinn, he can see the past just by touching objects... moreDanger brought them together. Love will make them unstoppable.Zeke thought his new power was a dud. Gifted with psychometry by an ancient and magical djinn, he can see the past just by touching objects. It’s not as flashy as his Special Forces teammates’ more tactile powers, but when Zeke finds clues in seemingly insignificant objects, he realizes his gift might just be the key to solving a brutal double murder - one that shattered the life of the woman he’s been secretly admiring ever since she arrived on base.Celine Santini is no stranger to danger. As a selkie shapeshifter, she’s fierce and graceful, both on land and in the sea. But the pain of losing her parents to a brutal and unsolved murder still haunts her. Now, working on the Top Secret military base under her grandfather’s watchful eye, she’s tried to get over her grief and move on. But when Zeke uncovers new evidence, the hunt for her parents’ killer reignites with a fiery vengeance.Their quest for justice becomes a race against time as they confront dark forces, black magic, and a cunning female mage willing to do anything to protect her evil coven’s secrets. As danger looms, Zeke and Celine discover a bond that transcends magic and fear—a love that just might be their ultimate weapon.But can they overcome the evil that threatens to destroy them both? Or will the shadows of the past claim them before they get a chance at happiness? less