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"It's got everything; set in Victorian London but with a usefully American heroine - feisty and attractive, natch; it features the Nephilim, a category of quasi-angelic beings and some interesting vampires... a cracking read". (Evening Standard on Clockwork Prince)" --Evening Standard
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Second in the New York Times bestselling urban fantasy series set in Victorian London
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Clockwork Prince picks up just after Clockwork Angel ends. Charlotte is now struggling to stay as the head of the London Institute, Mortmain is still on the loose and the Shadowhunters aren't sure what to do.
I absolutely loved the first book in the Infernal Devices trilogy, but unfortunately I didn't enjoy Clockwork Prince. This book was very disappointing for me, as I am a fan of most of Clare's other novels and I was expecting great things.
There is very little action in this novel which caused the plot to drag on. I was tempted many a time to skip pages just to see if it picked up, but of course I couldn't do that because I hate spoilers! In addition to the lack of exciting scenes, the romance between Tessa, Will and Jem totally takes over this novel. There was far too much focus on the love triangle, and to be honest I thought that Clockwork Prince felt like a spin off or a fan fiction because of this.
Tessa, whom I absolutely adored in Clockwork Angel for her strong personality, made me want to tear my eyes out. I am so annoyed with her! I hate what she's doing to Jem and Will, and she also comes across as a complete idiot at times. Tessa has turned into one of those weak, ignorant, indecisive female protagonists that I so despise.
We learnt a fair bit about Will and his backstory in this book, which I definitely enjoyed. I would have preferred it if it had played out differently, but of course I can't go into detail on that due to spoilers!
Jem didn't really have a huge storyline in Clockwork Prince other than to please Tessa. This was a huge let down, because I loved Jem's character in the first book and I wanted him to do more than blend in with the wall.
In addition to Will's development, we also see a lot of other characters in this book. We learn lots about various members of the Lightwood family, the Fairchild family, Mortmain and others. I enjoyed this, but in order for these side plots to be included the action was toned down. I would have preferred to have had more action over the miniature side plots.
Throughout the novel, the characters came out with references to- and quotations of what is now classic literature and poetry, which felt almost humorously out of place within the story or dialogue.
I'm sorry to say this, but I also thought that Clare's writing style was very awkward to me. There were lots of awkward - I'm totally overusing this word, sorry! - sentences in terms of structure, with an excessive use of commas at times which was unnecessary and choppy. The dialogue in this book was also bland, and at many points in the story I wasn't able to tell if a character was talking or if it was part of the paragraph.
Overall, I was extremely disappointed with Clockwork Prince. I think I am going to have to give up on Cassandra Clare's books, as this is the second in a row that I haven't enjoyed. I'm not sure if the fact that so many of her books being written and published in a short space of time is affecting the writing, but I don't like this new style. As a result, I can't recommend this novel, and I will not be reading Clockwork Princess.
- Books of Amber
I absolutely loved the first book in the Infernal Devices trilogy, but unfortunately I didn't enjoy Clockwork Prince. This book was very disappointing for me, as I am a fan of most of Clare's other novels and I was expecting great things.
There is very little action in this novel which caused the plot to drag on. I was tempted many a time to skip pages just to see if it picked up, but of course I couldn't do that because I hate spoilers! In addition to the lack of exciting scenes, the romance between Tessa, Will and Jem totally takes over this novel. There was far too much focus on the love triangle, and to be honest I thought that Clockwork Prince felt like a spin off or a fan fiction because of this.
Tessa, whom I absolutely adored in Clockwork Angel for her strong personality, made me want to tear my eyes out. I am so annoyed with her! I hate what she's doing to Jem and Will, and she also comes across as a complete idiot at times. Tessa has turned into one of those weak, ignorant, indecisive female protagonists that I so despise.
We learnt a fair bit about Will and his backstory in this book, which I definitely enjoyed. I would have preferred it if it had played out differently, but of course I can't go into detail on that due to spoilers!
Jem didn't really have a huge storyline in Clockwork Prince other than to please Tessa. This was a huge let down, because I loved Jem's character in the first book and I wanted him to do more than blend in with the wall.
In addition to Will's development, we also see a lot of other characters in this book. We learn lots about various members of the Lightwood family, the Fairchild family, Mortmain and others. I enjoyed this, but in order for these side plots to be included the action was toned down. I would have preferred to have had more action over the miniature side plots.
Throughout the novel, the characters came out with references to- and quotations of what is now classic literature and poetry, which felt almost humorously out of place within the story or dialogue.
I'm sorry to say this, but I also thought that Clare's writing style was very awkward to me. There were lots of awkward - I'm totally overusing this word, sorry! - sentences in terms of structure, with an excessive use of commas at times which was unnecessary and choppy. The dialogue in this book was also bland, and at many points in the story I wasn't able to tell if a character was talking or if it was part of the paragraph.
Overall, I was extremely disappointed with Clockwork Prince. I think I am going to have to give up on Cassandra Clare's books, as this is the second in a row that I haven't enjoyed. I'm not sure if the fact that so many of her books being written and published in a short space of time is affecting the writing, but I don't like this new style. As a result, I can't recommend this novel, and I will not be reading Clockwork Princess.
- Books of Amber
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the second book in The Infernal Devices series, a prequel series to Cassandra's Mortal Instruments.
I started reading this one literally as soon I finished the last page in Clockwork Angel, I am so glad that I read them back to back, as I don't think I could have bared to wait any longer for answers.
Now I am stuck in the same predicament, having finished Clockwork Prince I don't want to wait ages to get my hands on Clockwork Princess!
Clockwork Prince picks up right where we left Tessa and the gang in Clockwork Angel, if the London institute do not bring Mortmain down and soon, Charlotte could loose the institute to the Lightwood family.
Tessa is a much better character in this book, the reader gets to see her true nature and personality as well as her quick thinking and great wit in this book. She isn't portrayed as the damsel in distress any more, as she was in Clockwork Angel. I really liked that change as I hate weak female leads in books, I think it sends out completely wrong messages to teens reading the books.
We also get to see a different side to both Will and Jem in this book, I think the biggest change would have to be in Will. After discovering the truth about his past I felt like I just wanted to grab him out of the book, give him a big hug and tell him everything will be alright!
I enjoyed the plot line in this book much more than I did with Clockwork Angel, maybe thats because I feel like I know more about the characters now. Perhaps it was because I loved all the angst and the love triangle going on in this book. I also loved the fact that we get to see more of Magnus Bane in this book. He is by far one of my favourite characters in The Mortal Instruments, it was brilliant to see him popping up again.
For those not sure about which order to read these books in, I would say read at least the first three Mortal Instruments books before even starting on the Infernal Devices books. There is a lot of specific language and words used in both of these series' which you will only really understand from the Mortal Instruments. You will understand the whole concept of Shadowhunters and Downworlders much better if you read Mortal Instruments first.
I still prefer The Mortal Instruments, but The Infernal Devices and it's characters are growing on me. I'll wait to make judgement until I've read Clockwork Princess.
On another note, there is a little Easter Egg that I've been told about, In City of Bones, apparently there is a scene where Magnus is talking to Tessa and she is wearing a white dress. I haven't gone back to look, I take my source's word for it lol. But then does white not mean funeral and death in Shadowhunter world? So someone must die in Clockwork Princess and Tessa is still grieving for then in modern day New York? Possibly, it's only a theory, but have a look for yourself in City of Bones.
I started reading this one literally as soon I finished the last page in Clockwork Angel, I am so glad that I read them back to back, as I don't think I could have bared to wait any longer for answers.
Now I am stuck in the same predicament, having finished Clockwork Prince I don't want to wait ages to get my hands on Clockwork Princess!
Clockwork Prince picks up right where we left Tessa and the gang in Clockwork Angel, if the London institute do not bring Mortmain down and soon, Charlotte could loose the institute to the Lightwood family.
Tessa is a much better character in this book, the reader gets to see her true nature and personality as well as her quick thinking and great wit in this book. She isn't portrayed as the damsel in distress any more, as she was in Clockwork Angel. I really liked that change as I hate weak female leads in books, I think it sends out completely wrong messages to teens reading the books.
We also get to see a different side to both Will and Jem in this book, I think the biggest change would have to be in Will. After discovering the truth about his past I felt like I just wanted to grab him out of the book, give him a big hug and tell him everything will be alright!
I enjoyed the plot line in this book much more than I did with Clockwork Angel, maybe thats because I feel like I know more about the characters now. Perhaps it was because I loved all the angst and the love triangle going on in this book. I also loved the fact that we get to see more of Magnus Bane in this book. He is by far one of my favourite characters in The Mortal Instruments, it was brilliant to see him popping up again.
For those not sure about which order to read these books in, I would say read at least the first three Mortal Instruments books before even starting on the Infernal Devices books. There is a lot of specific language and words used in both of these series' which you will only really understand from the Mortal Instruments. You will understand the whole concept of Shadowhunters and Downworlders much better if you read Mortal Instruments first.
I still prefer The Mortal Instruments, but The Infernal Devices and it's characters are growing on me. I'll wait to make judgement until I've read Clockwork Princess.
On another note, there is a little Easter Egg that I've been told about, In City of Bones, apparently there is a scene where Magnus is talking to Tessa and she is wearing a white dress. I haven't gone back to look, I take my source's word for it lol. But then does white not mean funeral and death in Shadowhunter world? So someone must die in Clockwork Princess and Tessa is still grieving for then in modern day New York? Possibly, it's only a theory, but have a look for yourself in City of Bones.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Cassandra Clare is an amazing novelist. She has two series in which she is currently writing alternating books. This series is set in the same world as the other but over a century earlier. These stories are about epic battles between good and evil. They explore a shadow world hidden from most of us. In this one, we discover that a clockwork army is being built with the sole purpose of destroying the Nephilim, a group of people blessed with the blood of an Angel who has been commissioned to protect the rest of us.
Tessa Gray is becoming a strong independent woman and a valued member of the London Institute.
In this book, we learn a lot more history of the Nephilim, and the accords, and the history behind the animosity between down worlders and the Nephilim. It is another wonderfully written story, set in a world of magic, myths, legends and mayhem. An awesome read!
Tessa Gray is becoming a strong independent woman and a valued member of the London Institute.
In this book, we learn a lot more history of the Nephilim, and the accords, and the history behind the animosity between down worlders and the Nephilim. It is another wonderfully written story, set in a world of magic, myths, legends and mayhem. An awesome read!
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The magic, science and mystery continues!
I started reading Clockwork Prince as soon as I'd finished Clockwork Angel, eager to continue the story that had so gripped me. I was most definitely not disappointed! Read more
Published 1 day ago by TheLibraryMouse
Disappointing
The first book, Clockwork Angel, started slow and uninspiring but I reminded myself that so did the first book of the Mortal Instruments trilogy, and with the second it really... Read more
Published 28 days ago by George Elliot
Will or Jem? That is the question!
The sequel to the absolutely fantastic "Clockwork Angel" had a lot to live up to and a lot of questions to answer. Read more
Published 1 month ago by N. J. Hotchkin
The Infernal Devices 2 - Clockwork Prince
I dropped on Clockwork Angel quite by accident, having never heard of the Mortal Instruments series. I absolutely loved it, and couldn't wait for this one to come out. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Athena
Clockwork Prince
I cannot express to you the excitedness I felt at seeing it. I ADORE Cassie's writing & Clockwork Angel has to be one of my favourite books, making this one of my most anticipated... Read more
Published 2 months ago by District YA
A STUNNING SEQUEL!
Fun. Entertaining. Action packed. Romantic.
This is the sequel to Clockwork Angel. It has more action! More suspence! More mysteries! Read more
This is the sequel to Clockwork Angel. It has more action! More suspence! More mysteries! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Samantha
Cassandra Clare does it again!!!
To me Cassandra Clare can't put a foot wrong. I absoloutly loved this story. It is full of so many twists and turns and when you think you have things sussed out it all changes. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Emma
Loved this from the start!
My friend introduced me to the Infernal Devices series and I can honestly say there hasn't been a second of the book that I didn't enjoy. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Book Queen
Page Turner
I love, love, love the Infernal Devices series, even more so than Cassandra Clare's The Immortal Instruments (TMI) series. Read more
Published 3 months ago by YA's The Word
Passionate, brilliantly plotted teenage book
This second book of Clare's Infernal Devices series was a great read. Tessa Gray is living under the protection of the Insitute in a London that features all the dirtiness,... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jo Bennie
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