A review by 2treads
The Art of Prophecy by Wesley Chu

challenging funny tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

'Enlightenment is forged through failure. Victory is earned through defeat.' -Tuhan 

When Fate and Prophecy are non-aligned, the hero becomes just another political pawn and his master a fugitive. Chu steadily develops his world and story through his characters and their ways of life. Masters of martial arts, prophesied and doomed heroes, a war of wills and conquests, political intrigue, and dark betrayals all make this an epic tale. 

The Art of Prophecy may move at a moderate pace but that does not detract from the immersiveness and attractiveness of the story. With action to spare, humourous dialogue, and unlikely partnerships and friendships, you can't help but keep reading. What makes this even more enjoyable is our central character around who the prophecy revolves. 

An inept and spoiled boy who has been indulged and used more than he has been prepared is given a rude awakening when he is found lacking by a practical and blunt master. I love that Chu then takes this character and removes him from where he is comfortable into the world where he is forced to take another perspective and work towards growing into the hero he can be. 

We also get an amazing cast who are also on their own missions whether bound by honour or gold, the ante gets upped and the reader is plunged into an increasingly complex world. 
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