Clockwork Angel (The Infernal Devices, #1) in Will's sensitive side Fanclub

May 21, 2011 Elena rated it it was amazing

Shelves: i-just-love-you-so-much

I'm breathing in and breathing out, thinking this Cecily chick can not be Will's love or something, because as we all know he left his family when he was barely twelve. She must be his sister or something.
Yes, that's it.

-- January 25, 2012.

Just adding a line to this review to congratulate to myself. I was right. :']

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Prologue of the review: I am in love.
Not sure with whom, though. This trilogy, or generally Cassandra Clare? I think both.

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Dec 31, 2010 Jen rated it it was amazing

If I could describe Clockwork Angel in one word it would be: Exquisite. Clockwork Angel is a rather perfect book in more ways than one. The writing contained within this book is elegant. The characterization is of a high caliber and the plot is full of the adventure one requires of an Urban Fantasy. I just found myself completely enamored with this book and it took me by surprise. Why? Well, because this book is the first book in the prequel series to The Mortal Instruments which in of itself is
If I could describe Clockwork Angel in one word it would be: Exquisite. Clockwork Angel is a rather perfect book in more ways than one. The writing contained within this book is elegant. The characterization is of a high caliber and the plot is full of the adventure one requires of an Urban Fantasy. I just found myself completely enamored with this book and it took me by surprise. Why? Well, because this book is the first book in the prequel series to The Mortal Instruments which in of itself is a rather top notch series created by Cassandra Clare. I wasn't sure if I would like Clockwork Angel as much as I loved City of Bones -1st book of The Mortal Instruments series- in all honesty, but luckily my worries were quickly put to rest when I found myself completely absorbed in the Victorian London setting presented to us in Clockwork Angel.

Clockwork Angel centers around the story of Tessa, a sixteen year old girl from New York City, who has to move to 19th Century London to meet up with her brother after her caretaker, her Aunt Harriet, dies suddenly. Upon her arrival she soon discovers that she has the power to transform into other people and finds herself immersed in the dangerous and hidden world of Downworlders (who are hybrids of humans and demons and include: werewolves, vampires, faries, warlocks etc) and the Shadowhunters (a race of warriors who hunt demons and have angel blood in their veins). To say that this book is action packed would be an understatement. Clockwork Angel is a roller coaster ride full of dangerous encounters and fights, first loves, self-discovery, and villainy. Fans of fantasy and the supernatural will never be bored with this book, the plot is fantastic and has a little bit of everything for everyone.

What I loved the most about Clockwork Angel was the character development, I have to say. Every single character in this book, from heroes to villains, have a history and are layered. Something that is not easily accomplished in Young Adult Literature. Not only did I find myself rooting for the main characters (Tessa, Jem, and Will) but for the secondary characters as well. I felt like in this book, the secondary characters didn't feel secondary at all. They all had their own little story and mystique to them that you had to peel away with every turn of the page, just like you had to do with the main characters. What a cast! I loved them all! They all had such heart and such charm. All of the female characters in this book from Tessa to Charlotte, to Jessamine to Sophie and Camille, were all so interesting, strong and self assured. I loved that. The male characters (Jem, Will, Henry, Thomas, Magnus) as well, were also men of great sensibility and bravado. Even the villains in this story were amazing. I really liked that there were several, that you never quite knew who was the evilest of them all and that there just wasn't what I call "the resident Lord Voldemort of a story" there were many and boy were they dark.

The setting of this book is quite mesmerizing. I loved that this book was set in 19th century London. Victorian London, to be exact. I definitely felt myself transported to that era through the descriptions given in this book. Victorian London felt like a character of it's own in this story and it felt very real. Cassandra Clare definitely did her research and accentuated the era in the book through her thorough knowledge of Victorian era literature and poetry. Went I saw references to Charles Dickens and Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice, my Victorian era loving heart, just went pitter-patter. And my favorite thing of all: the Victorian Era quotes that Cassandra Clare used at the beginning of each chapter as inspiration for her chapter titles. I love it when authors title their chapters and use quotes at the beginning of each one, it just helps you speculate about what each chapter is about prior to reading it and informs you a little of what the author was thinking about when writing each chapter. I thought it was a nice touch that added elegance to the story since each quote had a touch of either romance or nostalgia in some form or another.

My advice: Read this book. It just whisks you away on a journey of self acceptance and transports you to a time and setting, full of challenge but promise and adventure. This book is great for anyone who might feel a little lost and wonders what they should do when they feel stuck. I found this book full of inspiring characters who were bent on fighting for their beliefs and learning about themselves in their own individual way. And you really can't beat the fact that this book is set amongst such a mystifying and creative world, that is full of suspense and wonder.

Rating: 5/5

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Dec 02, 2010 Yona Racheva rated it it was amazing

Shelves: paranormal

That was my favorite scene in Clockwork Angel.
I was beyond happy when i saw that i can read the scene with Will’s perspective.
i totally liked it.
Can't wait for to read Clockwork Prince .

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Not bad, it was interesting,but i prefer The Mortal Instrument series.
I didn`t like how closed Will was, how he won`t open his heart to anyone even for Tessa, and maybe even want to forget that she even existed. But perhaps in the end of the trird book, we'll find out who Tessa is going to choose W ...more

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Dec 08, 2011 Jessica *The Lovely Books* rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorites

" A very early conversation between Will and Tessa in which the nature of their escape was much different, and in which the Darke House was actually a working brothel of clockwork prostitutes.

Will handed Tessa up into the carriage, then swung himself up after her, shouting "Thomas! Go! Go!" at the driver, who cracked the reins. The carriage lurched forward as Will yanked the door shut, sending Tessa tumbling again him.

"Steady on," he said, and reached for her, but Tessa had already pulled away, ...more

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Jul 12, 2011 Lydia rated it it was amazing

I really liked this book! I think i liked MI just a smidge better...but this was a super close second!

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Dec 14, 2010 Holly rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorites

this story couldn't have been any better than what i thought it was going to be. Tessa is a very courageous, strong girl. she wasn't afraid to do something that was right. though, my favorite character in the story was Jem. he was a very sweet and caring boy. i enjoyed his view on certain things. Will, on the other hand, is complete opposite of Jem. very mysterious, and says things without thinking. he is hiding something i can tell, but what it is? i have no clue. he does care for Tessa, i thin ...more

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Jul 31, 2011 Janina rated it it was amazing

LOVED! OMG! Will... I love him. This book was so good. I never really liked book that set in the old days but this, THIS was amazing! The action in this book blows my mind. The characters Will and the dad of house i forget his name, the one who works on devices, cracks me up. Especially the dad. His dorkyness is what had me laughing at him. Tessa and Will relationship reminds me of Clary and Jace by different all the same. Love Jace and i Love Will. This is a great start to the prequel series an ...more

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May 16, 2011 Stephanie rated it it was amazing

I'm reading this again because it's been a long time and I read this before the Mortal Instruments, I want to get it straight in my head again before I read The Clockwork Prince this week!

I still loved this book! I will be posting a review asap, I have already started The Clockwork Prince, and it's great so far!

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May 29, 2011 Katerina rated it it was amazing

Wow, loved it. This book was just as amazing City of Bones. Cassandra Clare is officially my favorite author. Love this book. It gave a few details and connected with on some of the things in Mortal Instruments very nicely. I definitely recommend this book to those Mrs. Clare fans out there. Awesome book!

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