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melmoonchild's review against another edition
5.0
It was a really entertaining and fun read, it was very interesting to find out more about the Shadowhunter universe!
swiftlyreviews's review against another edition
4.0
I knew this would be an encyclopedia for the Shadowhunter’s world when I started it. To be honest, I didn’t read through the whole thing. I skimmed through most parts. My favourite parts were the messages from each character, Clary, Simon and Jace. They leave notes for each other every couple pages. I also liked pages 153-161, they show all the different runes and what they mean. I found that interesting! On page 200, there is a map of Idris, showing Lake Lyn and Alicante. At the end of the book, Clary did some sketches of her friends. Overall, it’s interesting if you like reading an encyclopedia type book haha
katie92's review
informative
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
michalice's review against another edition
3.0
The Shadowhunter's Codex isn't really new information, and any fans of the series will know the basic information from the series, but The Shadowhunter's Codex goes into more detail about everything about the Shadowhunter's world.
The graphic of the book in this post does not do it justice, the detail gone into the cover and the spine make it look like an actual copy of the codex, like it is an old book. When you open the pages you are not only greeted with more information, but also pictures about the items or creatures mentioned.
It also has annotations from Clary, Simon, and Jace sporadically written in the margins, at the end of paragraphs, or in sections meant for the Shadowhunter to answer questions, which end up being this trio writing and answering each others points or questions, with some hilarious one liners.
Magnus also gets his own section regarding possible reasons why people become Shadowhunter's, which also made for a very entertaining list.
The Shadowhunter's Codex is full of more information and detail into how a Shadowhunter lives, weaponry they use, and more information about every creature they battle, and while I thought I knew a lot about the world Cassandra has made, I definitely learnt something new reading this book. The Shadowhunter's Codex is a great addition to any fan of this world and will sit proudly with the rest of the series on my shelves.
The graphic of the book in this post does not do it justice, the detail gone into the cover and the spine make it look like an actual copy of the codex, like it is an old book. When you open the pages you are not only greeted with more information, but also pictures about the items or creatures mentioned.
It also has annotations from Clary, Simon, and Jace sporadically written in the margins, at the end of paragraphs, or in sections meant for the Shadowhunter to answer questions, which end up being this trio writing and answering each others points or questions, with some hilarious one liners.
'Simon you don't have to make pretend fangs with your fingers. You have actual fangs.'
'........for you and your companions will be Hunters of the Shadows.' LIKE MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE™
Magnus also gets his own section regarding possible reasons why people become Shadowhunter's, which also made for a very entertaining list.
16. Large bearded man on flying motorcycle appeared to take you away to a Shadowhunter school. (Note: Presence of flying motorcycle suggests bearded man may be a vampire.)
The Shadowhunter's Codex is full of more information and detail into how a Shadowhunter lives, weaponry they use, and more information about every creature they battle, and while I thought I knew a lot about the world Cassandra has made, I definitely learnt something new reading this book. The Shadowhunter's Codex is a great addition to any fan of this world and will sit proudly with the rest of the series on my shelves.
vittoria_bernacchi's review against another edition
I decided not to read this book, just because it’s like history book of the Shadowhunters world, therefore I don’t really feel the need to rate it, but if you’re a fan of the series, especially the mortal instruments, I highly suggested, just for funsie.
mooncloudaphrodite's review against another edition
funny
informative
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
sienna727's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25
paginasdealex's review against another edition
5.0
The perfect companion for both The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices series. The comments made by the characters were hilarious, and the art is beautiful.
I'm in love with Cassandra Jean's take on Clary's art.
I'm in love with Cassandra Jean's take on Clary's art.