Ann arrives at The Cloisters — the medieval branch of the Met — for a summer internship. She falls under the spell of her brilliant, dangerous mentor Rachel, who believes a set of Renaissance tarot cards can predict the future. As the summer darkens, Ann realizes some knowledge comes with a price.
Some sexual tension and scenes — the atmosphere does the heavy lifting.
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Moods: Atmospheric Dark Literary Gothic
Tropes: Dark Academia Museum Setting Tarot Obsession
Yes, complete standalone.
Yes — the medieval wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC.
Same DNA — dark academia, dangerous knowledge, beautiful settings.