Synopsis:
Arcana Academy introduces a richly imagined fantasy world where magic is governed by tarot-like arcana and power comes at a dangerous cost. Clara Graysword has spent her life hiding her abilities, knowing that unchecked magic can mean death. When she is forced into Arcana Academy, an elite and unforgiving institution for the magically gifted, survival becomes her primary goal. Within its walls, students are ranked, tested, and broken as often as they are trained. As Clara’s rare and unstable power begins to draw attention, rivalries intensify and secrets about the academy’s true nature come to light. Blending dark academia with high-stakes magic and simmering tension, the novel explores ambition, control, and the price of embracing who you truly are.

About the Author:
Elise Kova is a bestselling fantasy author known for her immersive world-building and character-driven storytelling. Her novels often feature elemental magic systems, determined heroines, and slow-burn romantic tension set against epic stakes. Kova has built a devoted international readership through multiple fantasy series that balance action, emotion, and accessible prose. With Arcana Academy, she expands her signature style into a darker academic setting, continuing her exploration of power, identity, and choice within richly constructed magical worlds.