Arcana: The Lost Heirs
Discover magic, mystery and found family in this tarot-inspired fantasy graphic novel
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Hot Key Books
Published:29th Jan '26
Should be back in stock very soon
Magic. Mystery. Found family. And a love that could rewrite fate.
'THIS WHIMSICAL, INCLUSIVE, QUEER DEUT YA GRAPHIC NOVEL IS INSPIRED BY THE TAROT DECK' - THE GUARDIAN
In a world ruled by ancient spells and silent power, five young witches are about to discover that the truth is the most dangerous magic of all.
James, Daphne, Koko and Sonny have always known the Arcana - a secretive society of witches governed by the enigmatic Majors - as home. Eli Jones, however, hadn't even known other witches existed . . . until he meets James.
Inducted into the Arcana, Eli soon finds more than just spells and secrets within its walls, including the family he never had and a blossoming romance with James.
But beneath the Arcana's magical surface, something sinister is stirring. And when the group delves deeper into the mystery surrounding the deaths of their parents and the Majors' ascent, they discover that the Arcana's power comes at a cost - and they may be the ones fated to pay it.
To break the curse, they'll have to confront the past. To save each other, they'll have to risk everything.
A stunning graphic novel about the families we choose, the love we fight for and the courage it takes to break the cycle.
Arcana left me glowing with joy. A delightful, uplifting and inclusive world. * Wren James, author of LAST SEEN ONLINE *
This whimsical, inclusive, queer debut YA graphic novel is inspired by the tarot deck. -- Imogen Russell-Williams * The Guardian *
[A] cool graphic novel. . . this is one I predict will do well with all teenagers, whether they are already into graphic novels or not. -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *
Guided by the principles of Tarot, Prentice-Jones creates a world both familiar and infused with an otherworldliness that is simply captivating. Unmissable for lovers of a witchy tale. -- Ruth Concannon * Irish Examiner *
Heartstopper meets Mystery Inc in this cosy first instalment of the Arcana graphic novel duology. Prentice-Jones embraces diversity, authenticity and Queer joy in their tarot-inspired debut. . . stylised illustrations evolve alongside the dialogue creating an immersive experience for the reader, at times allowing us to peer directly into the minds of its protagonists. Young adults and beyond will enjoy this endearing group of friends as they come together to solve the mystery of the Majors and reject prejudice. It's about carving out your own destiny while having fun along the way -- Nikki Reddy * Children's Books Ireland *
a shadowy sinister and spellbinding graphic novel laced with camp humour, full of diverse representation, and woven with beautiful moments of queer joy, community and romance. * Midlands Rainbow *
An unapologetically queer story thateffectively explores an intriguing mystery. * Kirkus *
Readers will enjoy the mysteries of the new magical universe, as well as the genuine and adorable queer relationships . . . This should fly off shelves. * School Library Journal *
This stunning graphic novel will immerse KS4 students in family secrets, surprising bravery and buried truths. * The School Reading List *
ISBN: 9781471420122
Dimensions: 216mm x 153mm x 23mm
Weight: 842g
384 pages