The Phoenix Queen (Phoenix Duology)

A dance slave for as long as she can remember, Raina enjoyed a comfortable life until she discovers she has hypnotic powers. Struggling to keep it a secret, she soon attracts the interest of rogue assassins, a mad sorcerer, and a demonic city captain. All of whom have their own plans for her. If she is to survive, Raina must escape the only home she’s ever known and come to terms with who she is becoming. Accompanied by a sarcastic shadow only she can see, Raina soon realizes something even more frightening than escaping from those who want her dead. With her new powers comes insanity. And it lurks behind a single, bubbling laugh.