Welcome back to Quick Lit! Today we’re diving into Arcana Academy by Elise Kova, a brand-new fantasy romance book featuring tarot-based magic, trials, political intrigue, and a heroine caught between vengeance and destiny. In this episode, Karah & Sara break down everything you need to know, both spoiler-free AND spoiler-full:
- Whether Arcana Academy is worth the hype
- The magic system
- Our thoughts on Clara, Kaelis, Arina & the cast
- Favourite moments, shocking twists, and Book 2 predictions
We also share a special update about the Fantasy Femme Fatales Book Club on Fable (our next pick: Eldritch by Keri Lake!) and a preview of what’s coming to in 2026.
If you’re a fan of romantasy, magic school tropes, tarot systems, slow-burn romance, YA/NA fantasy, Elise Kova, or Zodiac Academy coded vibes, this episode is for you.
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Episode Chapters:
First Impressions of Elise Kova's Arcana Academy
00:00
Analyzing Arcana Academy's Pacing and Character Depth
00:04:27
Unpacking the Tarot Magic System and Spoiler Alert
00:09:32
The Shocking Revelation of the Death Major
00:16:43
Why the Romance and Emotional Depth Fell Short
00:20:31
Clara's Unexpected Departure from Arcana Academy
00:26:46
Unraveling Kaelis's Past and the World Card's Future
00:29:30
Unveiling Book 2 Theories and Upcoming Episodes
00:34:35
Read along with us on Fable: http://bit.ly/452g4IM
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