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Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare

emgraceef's review against another edition

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5.0

This book... This book is amazing! I love the mortal instruments but the infernal devices just expanded my love for the writing of Cassandra Clare. The relationships between characters are well developed and storyline is an interesting one. The best part is the fact my favourite book character, Magnus Bane, is also included in this trilogy, could this honestly get any better?

emily_wrenn's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious

5.0

Retro-reviewing this one since I remember it being one of the books that launched a love for fantasy in gritty historical settings 

timelord10's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This is my second time reading Clockwork Angel. I'm currently reading the Shadow Hunter books in chronological order, so I decided I would also reread the Infernal Devices trilogy instead of skipping over them. My rating actually didn't change, and honestly, I think I'll never rate it higher than a five star because I don't have the same nostalgia attached to series as so many others do since I only read it for the first time 5 years ago. However, I still really do like this series. The story is interesting and keeps me entertained. My favorite part is definitely the characters which I think is the case for most people. 

I'd say the biggest change in feelings for me in my reread is that I'm pretty sure I'm team Jem now. I remember really wanting Will and Tessa to end up together when I first read this series because that was the more angsty ship/more popular ship. Upon reread, I was more annoyed with Will (like I know he's dealing with some kind of internal shit), but like the way he'd treat not just Tessa but everyone at times was just appalling. Jem is a sweetheart, and I love that. I'm honestly very interested to see how I feel reading the rest of the series since my perspective has changed in regards to the love triangle in this series (I do still dislike love triangles in general kind of). 

During this reread, I definitely loved Charlotte and Henry more, and perhaps that is because I'm getting older. Tessa was okay. Like I didn't hate her, but I don't love her either. I think I honestly see her character as a little underwhelming, considering she is the main heroine in the story. Regardless, I'm excited to continue the series more consecutively because I read them too far apart from each other initially, and I think that's why I don't remember a lot of the plot. 

emharragan's review against another edition

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5.0

ughhhjhh i just wanna read the next but i’m not allowed to go THE LIBRARY and i’m not allowed to buy it and i can’t borrow it online so i’m just gonna go cry in a hole okay bye

ruhi_reads's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The OG nostalgic love triangle. Will always hold a special place in my heart

aleksandra10's review against another edition

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4.0

Change from 5 to 4 starts after the re-read.

Review to come!

daria_nedelcu19's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Enjoyment 9/10
Concept 9/10
Execution 9/10
Writing 8/10
Plot & Logic 7/10
Pacing & Structure 9/10
Atmosphere 10/10
Characters 10/10
Intrigue 9/10
World Building 10/10

Rating: 4.55/5

fajardox's review against another edition

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Excelente. Me encanto la historia y como se cuenta es de verdad una lectura obligada.

bookfairy_88's review against another edition

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5.0

I LOVE THIS BOOK! Words cannot describe how good this series is.

First read: Started - May 24, 2013 ; Finshed - May 29, 2013
Second read: Started - January 11, 2016 ; Finshed - January 12, 2016 (Audio Book)

devynyp's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5