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A review by rorikae
The Art of Prophecy by Wesley Chu
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
‘The Art of Prophecy’ by Wesley Chu is an engaging start to a new series with a cast of fun and very human characters.
The story moves between four different perspectives. Jian, the boy who was prophesied to defeat the Eternal Khan. Taishi, a great warrior who wishes to prepare Jian for his task when she discovers he hasn’t been properly trained. Sali, a warrior who shirks her duties to find greater purpose. And Qisami, a hotheaded assassin who has been set the task of killing the prophesied hero.
Chu creates four distinct characters and then lets them run amok on the page in a fun and heart pounding story. Between fast battles, complex worldbuilding, and a very human heart, the story comes together around these characters. It’s a wonderful blend of great elements that all stand out on their own. From her first chapter, Taishi became one of my favorite characters that I've read about this year.
I cannot wait for book two and to catch up with these characters and see what happens next.
The story moves between four different perspectives. Jian, the boy who was prophesied to defeat the Eternal Khan. Taishi, a great warrior who wishes to prepare Jian for his task when she discovers he hasn’t been properly trained. Sali, a warrior who shirks her duties to find greater purpose. And Qisami, a hotheaded assassin who has been set the task of killing the prophesied hero.
Chu creates four distinct characters and then lets them run amok on the page in a fun and heart pounding story. Between fast battles, complex worldbuilding, and a very human heart, the story comes together around these characters. It’s a wonderful blend of great elements that all stand out on their own. From her first chapter, Taishi became one of my favorite characters that I've read about this year.
I cannot wait for book two and to catch up with these characters and see what happens next.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Death, Violence, and Grief