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rinasleclerc's review against another edition
4.0
love tessa and will but also I'm so confused about what is will's deal like man? a little too mysterious sometimes
anaisacesp's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
My second reading of Clockwork Angel left me speechless. I am happy to say this novel has withstood the test of time as my first time reading it was about eight years ago! I can't wait to continue re-reading this series.
kristenbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Not sure of actual rating yet. It's definitely 4+ but I'm not sure if it's a 4.5, 5, or what. More to come soon.
Book discussion:
http://fromkristensbrain.blogspot.com/2014/05/as-i-read-clockwork-angel.html
Exciting opening book to an even more exciting trilogy. Not as good as the other two, but it's still a great book!
8.5/10. (4/5)
Book discussion:
http://fromkristensbrain.blogspot.com/2014/05/as-i-read-clockwork-angel.html
Exciting opening book to an even more exciting trilogy. Not as good as the other two, but it's still a great book!
8.5/10. (4/5)
lamph's review against another edition
5.0
This book deserves more than 5 stars. Unfortunately, that's all Goodreads provide us.
dhanushri's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
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? No
5.0
lizziestudieshistory's review against another edition
4.0
All I have to say is... First Cassandra Clare book I actually loved! I liked The Mortal Instruments, but had major problems with several aspects of the series. However, I loved Clockwork Angel, it was a much stronger novel and opening book to a series.
I'm not going to say much more until I've finished the rest of the books. I need to spend more time with the characters before I cast judgement on them (hint, not looking good for Will right now and there is VERY little backstory that can save his shitty behaviour, so something major needs to happen to like him), except Jem, Jem is a sweetheart.
I'm not going to say much more until I've finished the rest of the books. I need to spend more time with the characters before I cast judgement on them (hint, not looking good for Will right now and there is VERY little backstory that can save his shitty behaviour, so something major needs to happen to like him), except Jem, Jem is a sweetheart.
moraymeee's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I am new to urban fantasy but man, this is what I imagine it should be, not the garbage I read with Clary and Jace.
set in Victorian London, this was more mature than the mortal instruments trilogy and the characters were actually likeable. it's like a completely different author wrote this book and I am smitten. I knew this world and idea had potential and so far, it was executed well in this novel and I am actually dying to continue on.
you do NOT have to read the mortal instruments before this book if you don't want to. there are Easter eggs but all in all the world building and explaining is perfectly fine in this book you will not be lost. the only benefit are the nods and references to characters you met previously, that is all. I so WISH I had started with this prequel. if I did I probably would have DNF'd mortal instruments after book one lol.
alright I know jem is a sweetheart and a sensitive baby angel and I love him for that but I am also sick in the head and absolutely not mentally well so I can't help it... I am obsessed with Will Herondale and he better be end game and get a redemption or I'll throw a FIT. đ€đ€ș
set in Victorian London, this was more mature than the mortal instruments trilogy and the characters were actually likeable. it's like a completely different author wrote this book and I am smitten. I knew this world and idea had potential and so far, it was executed well in this novel and I am actually dying to continue on.
you do NOT have to read the mortal instruments before this book if you don't want to. there are Easter eggs but all in all the world building and explaining is perfectly fine in this book you will not be lost. the only benefit are the nods and references to characters you met previously, that is all. I so WISH I had started with this prequel. if I did I probably would have DNF'd mortal instruments after book one lol.
alright I know jem is a sweetheart and a sensitive baby angel and I love him for that but I am also sick in the head and absolutely not mentally well so I can't help it... I am obsessed with Will Herondale and he better be end game and get a redemption or I'll throw a FIT. đ€đ€ș
kosmond's review against another edition
4.0
I admit, this was my first ever Cassandra Clare novel. Iâve always been intrigued by her work, but never picked any up to read. But after completing Clockwork Angel and loving it, the rest of Cassandra Claresâ novels are on my âmust-readâ list.
First off, the cover of this book pulls the readers in right away. It has mystery, fantasy, and lets face it, a good looking Victorian gentleman that is a huge pre-cursor that there will definitely be some good looking male characters.
From the first page to the last page the attention to detail is phenomenal. Cassandra Clare knows how to make the readers feel as if they are walking through the streets of London with Tessa and Jem, or walking through the Institute with Tessa and Sophie. Readers can see what the characters see, smell what the characters smell; it feels as if we are in London in the Victorian era. And any author who can pull the readers in like that knows how to write.
The charactersâŠoh the characters! The readers canât help but love the characters. When we first meet Tessa we feel sorry for her, being taken to the Dark Sisters house and used to practise her ability over and over. But the sympathy we feel for her soon fades when we see just how truly strong she is. Then we have Jem and Will and instantly we are connected to them. Will, the arrogant, stubborn guy who is hiding a secret from everyone, and Jem, the respectable gentleman. Readers canât help but to laugh at Wills ability to think that all women adore him (and to be honest we certainly do adore him). And we are definitely swooning over Jem and his honesty, his graciousness and good manners. We do meet a lot more review-worthy characters such as Charlotte and her kick-butt strength. Henry and his funny antics and inventions, Jessamine with her care-free attitude, though she definitely isnât that care-free at all.
The story line was easy enough to follow. It kept me on the edge of my seat with every page, and had me yearning for more. (Even at 1:30am when I should have been sleeping) Overall, this book was a great book. I would recommend it to anyone who likes a good read!
First off, the cover of this book pulls the readers in right away. It has mystery, fantasy, and lets face it, a good looking Victorian gentleman that is a huge pre-cursor that there will definitely be some good looking male characters.
From the first page to the last page the attention to detail is phenomenal. Cassandra Clare knows how to make the readers feel as if they are walking through the streets of London with Tessa and Jem, or walking through the Institute with Tessa and Sophie. Readers can see what the characters see, smell what the characters smell; it feels as if we are in London in the Victorian era. And any author who can pull the readers in like that knows how to write.
The charactersâŠoh the characters! The readers canât help but love the characters. When we first meet Tessa we feel sorry for her, being taken to the Dark Sisters house and used to practise her ability over and over. But the sympathy we feel for her soon fades when we see just how truly strong she is. Then we have Jem and Will and instantly we are connected to them. Will, the arrogant, stubborn guy who is hiding a secret from everyone, and Jem, the respectable gentleman. Readers canât help but to laugh at Wills ability to think that all women adore him (and to be honest we certainly do adore him). And we are definitely swooning over Jem and his honesty, his graciousness and good manners. We do meet a lot more review-worthy characters such as Charlotte and her kick-butt strength. Henry and his funny antics and inventions, Jessamine with her care-free attitude, though she definitely isnât that care-free at all.
The story line was easy enough to follow. It kept me on the edge of my seat with every page, and had me yearning for more. (Even at 1:30am when I should have been sleeping) Overall, this book was a great book. I would recommend it to anyone who likes a good read!