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4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
feel like the books I will be reading this month will give: I’m on a book buying ban (loool)
anyway, this was a lot of fun, and I’m planning to read some books in the shadow hunters universe or whatever it’s called
anyway, this was a lot of fun, and I’m planning to read some books in the shadow hunters universe or whatever it’s called
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Injury/Injury detail
3.75⭐️/5
Une très chouette introduction à l’univers !
Une très chouette introduction à l’univers !
Riddled with automatons and steamworks this little beauty of a book is even better than the "original" series of this world : The Mortal Instruments.
For some reason the whole way of writing and the ambience reminds me of Harry Potter in a way that nothing else has since I read them. Albeit it being a Potteresk universe for teens and adults and not children.
For some reason the whole way of writing and the ambience reminds me of Harry Potter in a way that nothing else has since I read them. Albeit it being a Potteresk universe for teens and adults and not children.
This is my third time rereading this series, and it has not become less magical over time. In fact, it is my favourite Shadowhunters series so far (we'll see if the release of Chain of Gold on Tuesday changes that.)
Clockwork Angel transports you in many ways - to London, to a time many ages past, and to a magical world. Clare's writing brings London to life, and makes you feel as though you truly have taken a portal to the Victorian era.
I have always found Tessa a bit dull in the beginning of the book. She is naive, and to be frank, weak. However, that soon changes when she meets fearless Shadowhunters Will and Jem. The three of them form an odd alliance, and by the end of the book, Tessa shows tremendous courage.
When Tessa leaves New York to join her brother, Nate, in London, she is devastated when she can't find him. She ends up builiding her own family which doesn't just include Will and Jem, but a whole host of other characters, who are no less interesting than the main characters.
The pacing of the book is excellent. Many things happen that could not possibly have been predicted earlier in the book. Betrayals, pain, death, secrets . . . What more could you ask for?
Cassandra Clare's books are possibly my favourite to read. They are the types of books where half the time you don't even realise you are reading - you feel as though you are in the story, living it along with the characters and seeing it play out in front of you.
I made a last minute decision to reread The Infernal Devices before Chain of Gold releases, and boy, am I glad I did. I always fear that when rereading a book, I won't find it as enjoyable, since I know what happens. That is not the case with this series, or any Shadowhunters series. In fact, I find myself loving it more and more with each reread.
Clockwork Angel transports you in many ways - to London, to a time many ages past, and to a magical world. Clare's writing brings London to life, and makes you feel as though you truly have taken a portal to the Victorian era.
I have always found Tessa a bit dull in the beginning of the book. She is naive, and to be frank, weak. However, that soon changes when she meets fearless Shadowhunters Will and Jem. The three of them form an odd alliance, and by the end of the book, Tessa shows tremendous courage.
When Tessa leaves New York to join her brother, Nate, in London, she is devastated when she can't find him. She ends up builiding her own family which doesn't just include Will and Jem, but a whole host of other characters, who are no less interesting than the main characters.
The pacing of the book is excellent. Many things happen that could not possibly have been predicted earlier in the book. Betrayals, pain, death, secrets . . . What more could you ask for?
Cassandra Clare's books are possibly my favourite to read. They are the types of books where half the time you don't even realise you are reading - you feel as though you are in the story, living it along with the characters and seeing it play out in front of you.
I made a last minute decision to reread The Infernal Devices before Chain of Gold releases, and boy, am I glad I did. I always fear that when rereading a book, I won't find it as enjoyable, since I know what happens. That is not the case with this series, or any Shadowhunters series. In fact, I find myself loving it more and more with each reread.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was quite fun. I like all the characters even thought they're acting like teenagers on the account of the being teenagers. I think the author is quite good at making the teenagers act like teenagers and still make their problems feel significant. I wish people would talk to each other and not just say one sentence and storm off but I can't say I had very good communication skills at 16. Immediately went on to the second book so I can't say much more on the plot because I'm unsure what happened in which one.
3.5 stars. A very fast and enjoyable read. I am looking forward to the next book and hopefully having some of the characters mysteries explained. One complaint...I was annoyed when the author conveniently ignored the fact that her vampires have exceptional hearing.
Wow ! What a whirlwind of a book.
Each of the characters offer a unique and pivotal slice of awesomeness to the overall plot, contributing to a dialogue that knows when to swing between solemnity and playfulness. I particularly admired Charlotte’s subversive and headstrong personality amidst the raging tides of female subservience in 19th century England. I find it hard to believe she’s only 23 though?! Tessa's character did feel a little flat and 2D at times, but that's fair as she is unexpectedly plunged into the murky depths of a new and unsettling supernatural realm in which she is a novice. I would have liked to see her power more in action - hopefully there is more of that in the following book.
The setting also greatly appeals to my aesthetic tastes, embodying the essential qualities of the Gaslamp fantasy subgenre. We wander through the drab alleyways of Victorian England with Tessa, every page steeped in an aura of mystery and uncanniness that is only echoed by the seemingly infinite and labyrinthine corridors of the London Institute for Shadowhunters.
The plot blossomed in a really satisfying way and I took no issue with the pacing. I believe that even the moments of exposition were nevertheless meaningful to the unveiling of the malevolent forces behind the Pandemonium Club. Any action scenes were executed really well - it was so cool seeing everyone from the Institute linking arms in a rapid blur of sharp weapons and tactical manoeuvres to dismantle the opposition. In my opinion, their familial bonds were most pronounced during these moments.
Overall just a super pleasant read - every time I opened the book, reality suspended itself momentarily and I immediately got wrapped up in the pages, oblivious to the passage of time, which is definitely a good indication.
Each of the characters offer a unique and pivotal slice of awesomeness to the overall plot, contributing to a dialogue that knows when to swing between solemnity and playfulness. I particularly admired Charlotte’s subversive and headstrong personality amidst the raging tides of female subservience in 19th century England. I find it hard to believe she’s only 23 though?! Tessa's character did feel a little flat and 2D at times, but that's fair as she is unexpectedly plunged into the murky depths of a new and unsettling supernatural realm in which she is a novice. I would have liked to see her power more in action - hopefully there is more of that in the following book.
The setting also greatly appeals to my aesthetic tastes, embodying the essential qualities of the Gaslamp fantasy subgenre. We wander through the drab alleyways of Victorian England with Tessa, every page steeped in an aura of mystery and uncanniness that is only echoed by the seemingly infinite and labyrinthine corridors of the London Institute for Shadowhunters.
The plot blossomed in a really satisfying way and I took no issue with the pacing. I believe that even the moments of exposition were nevertheless meaningful to the unveiling of the malevolent forces behind the Pandemonium Club. Any action scenes were executed really well - it was so cool seeing everyone from the Institute linking arms in a rapid blur of sharp weapons and tactical manoeuvres to dismantle the opposition. In my opinion, their familial bonds were most pronounced during these moments.
Overall just a super pleasant read - every time I opened the book, reality suspended itself momentarily and I immediately got wrapped up in the pages, oblivious to the passage of time, which is definitely a good indication.