Roshaven Series by Claire Buss

Ned Spinks, Chief Thief-Catcher has a problem. Someone is stealing the Emperor's roses. But that's not the worst of it. In his infinite wisdom and grace, the Emperor magically imbued his red rose with love so if it was ever removed from the Imperial Rose Gardens then love will be lost, to everyone, forever. It's up to Ned and his band of motley catchers to apprehend the thief and save the day. But the thief isn't exactly who they seem to be, neither is the Emperor... moreNed Spinks, Chief Thief-Catcher has a problem. Someone is stealing the Emperor's roses. But that's not the worst of it. In his infinite wisdom and grace, the Emperor magically imbued his red rose with love so if it was ever removed from the Imperial Rose Gardens then love will be lost, to everyone, forever. It's up to Ned and his band of motley catchers to apprehend the thief and save the day. But the thief isn't exactly who they seem to be, neither is the Emperor. Ned and his team will have to go on a quest defeating vampire mermaids, illusionists, estranged family members and an evil sorcerer in order to win the day. What could possibly go wrong? less

The citizens of Roshaven are not happy. An unwanted magick shoppe has appeared and it's up to Ned Spinks, Chief Thief-Catcher, and his sidekick Jenni the sprite to investigate. Things don't go entirely to plan. And there's a dragon. Find out if Ned and Jenni can save the day. Again.This is a Ned Jenni short story. You can read more of their adventures in the full-length novel, The Rose Thief.