The Art of Prophecy

The War Arts Saga, Book One

The Art of Prophecy
Wesley Chu
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Trade Paperback
h235 x 156mm - 528pg
9 Aug 2022 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9780593501047
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An epic fantasy ode to martialarts and magic, about what happens when a prophesied hero is not the chosen one after all-but has to work with a band of unlikely allies to save the kingdom anyway, from the #1 New York Times bestselling authorof The LivesofTaoSo 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 defeat the Eternal Khan, a cruel immortal god-king, and save the kingdom. And that prophecy did anoint a hero, Jian, raised since birth in luxury and splendor, and celebrated before he has won a single battle. But that' s when the story hits its first twist- The prophecy is wrong. What follows is a story more wondrous than any prophecy could foresee, and with many unexpected heroes- Taishi, an older woman who is the greatest grandmaster of magical martial arts in the kingdom but who thought her adventuring days were all behind her; Sali, a straitlaced warrior who learns the rules may no longer apply when the leader to whom she pledged her life is gone; and Qisami, a chaotic assassin who takes a little too much pleasure in the kill. And Jian himself, who has to find a way to become what he no longer believes he can be-a hero after all.
"The Art of Prophecy is an ambitious and touching exploration of disillusionment in faith, tradition, and family, and but 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, New York Times bestselling author of A Deadly Education "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 on every page. 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, author of The Golem and the Jinni and The Hidden Palace "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, author of The Founders Trilogy "Wesley Chu has done it again-this time on an epic scale. 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, New York Times bestselling author of Child of Light "Come for the awesome fight choreography, stay for the sly wit, worldbuilding, and a fresh and unexpected take on the hero' s journey!"-Jacqueline Carey, New York Times bestselling author of Kushiel' s Legacy "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, author of the Fitz and the Fool Trilogy "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, New York Times bestselling author of The Desert Prince "[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) "Chu' s wry prose and characters are a delightful counterpoint to the physical and emotional demands undertaken by Jian and his allies, while the subplots build a vast panoramic view of this incredible world in the first of a new series. "-Library Journal
Wesley Chu is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twelve published novels, including Time Salvager, The Rise of Io, and The Walking Dead- Typhoon. He won the Astounding Award for Best New Writer. His debut, The Lives of Tao, won the Young Adult Library Services Association' s Alex Award. Chu is an accomplished martial artist and a former member of the Screen Actors Guild. He has acted in film and television, worked as a model and stuntman, and summitedKilimanjaro. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Paula, and their two boys, Hunter and River.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9780593501047
Published: 9 Aug 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: Random House Books
Publisher: Random House USA Inc
Format: Trade Paperback
Height: 235mm
Width: 156mm
Pages: 528

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