Arcana Academy

Elise Kova

A thief with a rare gift for inking magical tarot cards strikes a dangerous bargain with an enigmatic prince to escape a lifetime prison sentence. Forced to pose as a first-year student and the headmaster's bride-to-be at the elite Arcana Academy, Clara Graysword must navigate a treacherous world of arcane magic and royal intrigue while concealing her true identity. As she becomes entangled in Kaelis's scheme to steal a legendary tarot card and reshape the balance of power, Clara discovers that the prince may be far more than the ruthless manipulator she expected. Caught between her desire for freedom, her growing feelings for Kaelis, and the temptation to seize ultimate power for herself, Clara must decide what she's willing to risk—and who she can truly trust. This spellbinding fantasy romance launches an enthralling new series from the bestselling author of A Deal with the Elf King.

Elise Kova

In the thrilling second installment of the Arcana Academy series, Clara Graysword finds herself the most wanted person in Oricalis, her mastery of tarot magic pushed to its limits as she's hunted and cornered. As she seeks refuge with the enigmatic Worldkeepers, Clara must navigate a dangerous alliance with Prince Kaelis, a man bound to her by destiny and a desire she can no longer deny. Together, they delve into the profound secrets of the tarot, confronting truths that threaten to shatter their world and the passion that ignites between them. Clara stands on a precipice, where every decision could mean salvation or ruin, forcing her to risk everything—her power, her beliefs, and her heart—to change the fate of Oricalis.