The Art of Destiny A Novel

Praise for The Art of Prophecy

[The Art of Prophecy] is squarely directed at kung fu, wuxia, and wire-fu fans who adore Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon; Hero; The Legend of Drunken Master; Kung Fu Hustle, and the like, providing a story with an epic sweep punctuated with dashes of humor and sharp-edged banter. . . . Dramatic, fun, thoughtful, clever, and (literally) punchy. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

The Art of Prophecy is an ambitious and touching exploration of disillusionment in faith, tradition, and family, but it s also unexpectedly funny. I loved following Wesley Chu s intricate narrative through this sprawling universe full of glorious reinvention of fantasy and wuxia tropes. Naomi Novik

In this superb fantasy saga of tough old martial-arts masters and inexperienced young heroes, Wesley Chu has given us a richly inventive page-turner that delights throughout. The Art of Prophecy is Wesley Chu at the height of his imaginative powers, and I can t wait for the next installment! Helene Wecker

Electrifying, thrilling, and a glorious, romantic ride, The Art of Prophecy is a true delight. Readers won t be able to put it down. Robert Jackson Bennett

The Art of Prophecy is a terrific and compelling story that plays off so many classic tales taken from our own world and reinvents them all in classic fashion. Terry Brooks

Come for the awesome fight choreography, stay for the sly wit, the worldbuilding, and a fresh and unexpected take on the hero s journey! Jacqueline Carey

A whirlwind tale rich with politics and fantastical martial arts . . . Chu tells a refreshing coming-of-age story with a chosen one who faces real challenges to become a hero. Robin Hobb

In The Art of Prophecy, Wesley Chu writes like a master war artist. The War Arts Saga introduces a lavish world of martial arts that transcends into the mystical, just as this grandiose epic fantasy adventure transcends the page and comes alive in your mind. Peter V. Brett