Scepter Series Series by Anne Zoelle

In a magical Persian Empire, an extraordinary thief will steal a ruthless warrior's heart, upend an empire, and form bonds deeper than blood. What will you do, when the power to rule all is in your hand? Whoever holds a scepter, rules a gate. Whoever holds the scepter that rules all others, rules the world. A ruthless shadow magi, a cunning thief, a loyal fugitive, and a charming rogue will hunt—and be hunted—for the most powerful object in the land... moreIn a magical Persian Empire, an extraordinary thief will steal a ruthless warrior's heart, upend an empire, and form bonds deeper than blood. What will you do, when the power to rule all is in your hand? Whoever holds a scepter, rules a gate. Whoever holds the scepter that rules all others, rules the world. A ruthless shadow magi, a cunning thief, a loyal fugitive, and a charming rogue will hunt—and be hunted—for the most powerful object in the land.But only one hand can hold the scepter—and a legacy of blood follows its grip. Take care in what you desire. Be careful in what you reach for. Beware the House of Scepters. less

Book 2 in the Scepter Series.

Book 3 in the Scepter Series.