Arcana Academy (Arcana Academy, #1)
by Elise Kova
Clara Graysword is offered a brutal bargain: escape her death sentence for wielding illegal tarot magic by posing as the fiancée of Arcana Academy’s enigmatic headmaster, Prince Kaelis. Thrust into a perilous world of arcane trials, secret agendas, and forbidden allure, she must decide whether to trust the man she’s sworn to hate—or seize power for herself and risk everything.
About This Book
Clara Graysword, a skilled thief from Eclipse City, is imprisoned for illegally inking tarot cards—a rare and forbidden magic. Facing a lifetime sentence, she is offered a chance at freedom by Prince Kaelis, the enigmatic headmaster of Arcana Academy. He proposes a dangerous alliance: Clara will pose as his fiancée and assist him in stealing a powerful tarot card from the king to recreate an ancient, all-powerful card.
At Arcana Academy, Clara is thrust into a world of arcane trials, secret agendas, and forbidden allure. As she navigates this perilous environment, she must decide whether to trust the man she’s sworn to hate or seize power for herself, risking everything.
What Readers Say
Readers praise the unique tarot-based magic system and immersive dark academia setting. Many commend the engaging writing style and well-paced plot that keeps readers hooked. Fans note the slow-burn romance adds depth, though some find it predictable. Some readers mention pacing issues and character development concerns as drawbacks. Ideal for fans of dark academia and fantasy romance seeking a fresh magical system.
