The Art of Prophecy: A Novel by Wesley Chu

The Art of Prophecy: A Novel

The War Arts Saga #1

Wesley Chu

528 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous dark medium-paced

Description

So many stories begin the same way: With a prophecy. A Chosen One. And the inevitable quest to slay a villain, save the kingdom, and fulfill a grand destiny. But this is not that kind of story. It does begin with a prophecy: A child will rise to d...

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Community Reviews Summary of 239 reviews

Moods

adventurous 97%
funny 50%
tense 32%
dark 23%
mysterious 17%
emotional 16%
lighthearted 13%
challenging 11%
hopeful 9%
inspiring 7%
reflective 4%
relaxing 3%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 21%
fast 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Plot: 20% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 9%

Average rating

4.06

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