Mercy's Children Series by Katy Huth Jones

Immense power. Zero freedom. Levathia’s fifteen-year-old king has worn the crown since he was eleven. Dolan enjoys being able to help his subjects with problems great and small. However, he loathes the constant pressure to marry a suitable woman and have children to secure the throne. Between dealing with numerous disasters—both natural and unnatural—and dodging the Regency Council’s latest marriage candidates, Dolan hardly has any time to really be himself... moreImmense power. Zero freedom. Levathia’s fifteen-year-old king has worn the crown since he was eleven. Dolan enjoys being able to help his subjects with problems great and small. However, he loathes the constant pressure to marry a suitable woman and have children to secure the throne. Between dealing with numerous disasters—both natural and unnatural—and dodging the Regency Council’s latest marriage candidates, Dolan hardly has any time to really be himself. Until he meets another Seer named Kyria. She can speak directly to his mind, which is what he wants above all things, but she is the opposite of what his kingdom needs. Does Dolan dare follow his heart or will the forces surrounding him control the young king forever? less

Great joy. Deep despair. Deeper dangers.One thing would complete Duke Bennet d’Ardelane’s happiness: a child. Soon after his beloved wife, Princess Joy, tells him she’s expecting, disaster strikes.First, an accident leaves the duke fighting for his life.Then, sensing an opportunity, enemies of the king turn seeds of discontent into open rebellion. At the center of the discord, Ronan and Nelwina MacCallum will use any means necessary to seize the throne... moreGreat joy. Deep despair. Deeper dangers.One thing would complete Duke Bennet d’Ardelane’s happiness: a child. Soon after his beloved wife, Princess Joy, tells him she’s expecting, disaster strikes.First, an accident leaves the duke fighting for his life.Then, sensing an opportunity, enemies of the king turn seeds of discontent into open rebellion. At the center of the discord, Ronan and Nelwina MacCallum will use any means necessary to seize the throne.As the kingdom spirals into war, Bennet and Joy must overcome their personal sorrows and face the greater threats, or the friends, family, and people they love will die. less