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ARCANA

by the Arcana, an ancient society of witches based in London that’s tasked with investigating and containing supernatural occurrences. But the Majors, the Arcana’s ruling body, are less than pleased with this development\u003B Eli’s arrival coincides with strange happenings. Determined to get to the bottom of the Majors’ caginess and explain the dark energy stalking them, Eli and James band together with levelheaded trans woman Daphne, library\u002Dloving researcher Grayson, and tarot reader Koko to uncover the truth. Prentice\u002DJones’ illustrations employ a muted color palette of cool blues, olive browns, and burgundies that flow organically into one another, accentuating the clean, uncluttered panels and fluid lines. He also plays effectively with proportion and shape in his character drawings. The cast members, who largely seem to be adults rather than teens, are diverse across many dimensions, including race and body type. This first installment in a new series teases satisfying developments to come."

Book Details

Publisher:Of
Published:2024-01-01
Pages:384
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9781250290

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This gripping fantasy novel plunges readers into a world where magical tarot cards hold immense power, weaving a tale of destiny, danger, and self-discovery. The narrative follows a compelling protag...

Our Review

This gripping fantasy novel plunges readers into a world where magical tarot cards hold immense power, weaving a tale of destiny, danger, and self-discovery. The narrative follows a compelling protagonist who must master the mysterious Arcana to confront a looming darkness, blending high-stakes adventure with rich world-building that will captivate fans of intricate magic systems and epic quests.

What sets this story apart is its clever integration of tarot symbolism into the very fabric of the plot, creating a unique framework for character development and magical conflict. Teen readers will connect deeply with the protagonist's journey of unlocking their potential and grappling with the weight of prophecy, while parents can appreciate the underlying themes of responsibility and moral choice. The result is a thought-provoking page-turner that leaves a lasting impression about the cards we are dealt and the choices we make.

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