City of Fallen Angels (The Mortal Instruments #4) by Cassandra Clare

City of Fallen Angels (The Mortal Instruments #4)

by Cassandra Clare

Rating: 5/5 Stars

Description:

The Mortal War is over, and Clary Fray is back home in New York, excited about all the possibilities before her. She’s training to become a Shadowhunter and to use her unique power. Her mother is getting married to the love of her life. Downworlders and Shadowhunters are at peace at last. And—most important of all—Clary can finally call Jace her boyfriend.

But nothing comes without a price.Someone is murdering the Shadowhunters who used to be in Valentine’s Circle, provoking tensions between Downworlders and Shadowhunters that could lead to a second bloody war. Clary’s best friend, Simon, can’t help her. His mother just found out he’s a vampire and now he’s homeless. Everywhere he turns, someone wants him on their side—along with the power of the curse wrecking his life. And they’re willing to do anything to get what they want. At the same time he’s dating two beautiful, dangerous girls—neither of whom knows about the other.When Jace begins to pull away from Clary without explaining why, she is forced to delve into the heart of a mystery whose solution reveals her worst nightmare: She herself has set in motion a terrible chain of events that could lead to her losing everything she loves. Even Jace.

Love. Blood. Betrayal. Revenge. The stakes are higher than ever in City of Fallen Angels

Review:

So, I just finished this book about an hour ago and I’m at a loss of words to describe it. Was it brilliant? Yes! Was it fantastic? Yes!   I was happy and satisfied when City of Glass ended, but learning that the author Cassandra Clare decided to write more books was just the icing on the cake. It’s been a while between books, but this was more or less everything I expected and more!It was different and yet completely the same. There’s no way to pretend that the characters haven’t changed–that they’re not different and that everything that went into the storyline and plot of the first 3 books hasn’t changed. That chapter of the series is over and a new dawn has emerged (yes, cheesy, I know, but sue me).
The characters were still the amazing, incredible people that stole my heart throughout the first 3 books and being with them again was a lot like coming home from a long trip. I must say—I thought Jordan was an awesome inclusion! I always thought Maia’s ex was a real jerk, but he’s nothing like I thought or expected and I love that.
I will admit that I did miss seeing more of Clary and Jace. They’re still my fave everything of this series, fave characters, fave couple, but I still loved the book regardless. It was so strange getting such an in-depth look into Simon and following him the most. Obviously the books have always changed POV’s, jumping back and forth, but it’s always been fixed mostly on Clary, whereas this time it was more Simon than anything else. And yet… I didn’t have a problem with that.

I love Simon–always have–and even though I never wanted him to be the one Clary ended up with, I still wanted the best for him. He’s still the same great Simon he’s always been, but he’s slightly different too. I think he’s got a long way to go and there’s a lot of growth that I think will happen to him. I can’t wait to see though…It’s odd, when the last book ended, if anyone had asked me, I’d have been one of the few people who actually said they wanted Maia to be with Simon, but after this book it’s plain to see that Izzy is the one that for him! Perhaps I’m late to the party, but it always seemed to me that she was a bit much for him and (even though I love her, heart and soul) I didn’t believe she was right for him. I honestly thought that Maia and he would have made a better couple, but after this book I’ll never think that way again. Perhaps it was Jordan coming into the storyline and seeing how he and Maia were/are, but I finally looked and realised that Simon and Isabelle really have something. There’s so much more to Izzy than we’ve seen and I think that Simon may actually break through her defences and worm his way into her heart if she lets him!

Oh, and it goes without saying that I want Maia and Jordan back together too. Hello? Weren’t they just perfect together? The issues they have and Maia wanting to rip him to shreds aside.I was sad to see so many issues for Clary and Jace in this book, but I can’t say I was surprised either. I knew Cassandra Clare wouldn’t just let them be. It seems like they’ve been through so much, but of course it’s not the end for them, no sir-ee. There are more problems facing them and new struggles, but I don’t doubt for a second that they can get through it…..somehow. That’s not to say that I didn’t love every single moment they were together, because I did. I absolutely did! The moments between Clary and Jace were electric. Every time they’re together, every kiss, every time they touch, things just sizzle. I’ve loved a lot of book couples over time, but none compared to them. They’re like no other. You can’t deny that they’re made for one another, you can’t miss the chemistry they have. It’s truly impossible not to see and feel. They just go together so well, they both make each other better. Jace makes Clary stronger, and she’s his whole world. She means he world to him and it makes me giggly inside (Yeah, yeah, yeah….I went there =D)This book was perfectly paced and the ending was a heart-stopping roller coaster ride. So much happened and I was on the edge of my seat, wanting to see how Simon, Jace and Clary would get out of things. I couldn’t believe that Lilith was trying to bring Sebastian back. There’s no one who deserves to stay dead more than him…well, perhaps expect Valentine.

The ending of this book was jaw dropping. I. Could. Not. Believe. It! Still can’t, if I’m honest here. I cannot believe that Sebastian is alive again and what he’s done to Jace. It’s shocking, it’s exciting, it’s heart-breaking, it’s everything I didn’t want, but at the same time I CANNOT wait to see what’s going to happen next.
The next book is going to be a showstopper–I can so tell—and I can’t wait to see what happens now. Can Clary and everyone else manage to free Jace from Sebastian? Can they defeat Sebastian? Just what does this mean now?God! I NEEEEEEEEEEEDDDD to buy the next book, like stat! Seriously, this series is just brilliant and I can’t wait for the next instalment!
Bring on the awesomeness!

 

City of Glass (The Mortal Instruments #3) by Cassandra Clare

City of Glass (The Mortal Instruments #3)

by Cassandra Clare

Rating: 5/5 stars

Description:

To save her mother’s life, Clary must travel to the City of Glass, the ancestral home of the Shadowhunters — never mind that enter-ing the city without permission is against the Law, and breaking the Law could mean death. To make things worse, she learns that Jace does not want her there, and Simon has been thrown in prison by the Shadowhunters, who are deeply suspicious of a vampire who can withstand sunlight.As Clary uncovers more about her family’s past, she finds an ally in mysterious Shadow-hunter Sebastian. With Valentine mustering the full force of his power to destroy all Shadow-hunters forever, their only chance to defeat him is to fight alongside their eternal enemies. But can Downworlders and Shadowhunters put aside their hatred to work together? While Jace realizes exactly how much he’s willing to risk for Clary, can she harness her newfound powers to help save the Glass City — whatever the cost?Love is a mortal sin and the secrets of the past prove deadly as Clary and Jace face down Valentine in the final installment of the New York Timesbestselling trilogy The Mortal Instruments.Review:
The story was totally amazing!!! I would recommend this one to those who love reading YA novels with the poisonous taste of demons blood plus the bittersweet flavor of young love. For those like me who love Twilight, then this one will surely make you go nuts and bring back the groggy feeling of sleepless nights .The Third Book of the Mortal Instruments written by Cassandra Clare. The focal point of the story was the completion of Valentine’s plan in purifying the world which means, killing demons, downworlders and even Shadowhunters alike. Shadowhunters whom he believed to be tinted with the dirt and foulness of corruption should be eradicated, and to achieve this would mean summoning the Angel Raziel while employing horde of demons in conquering the highest order of their land in Idris, the Clave.What can I say? Well, a happy-ending for now, I guess. And I’m having a hunch that the villain for the next (3 more, If I’m not mistaken) book(s) to come would be Sebastian Verlac with his brethren DX, his demonic family. And Speaking of Seb- er, Jonathan the evil-bastard-foul-scumbag-**** I so hate him. First, Max, afterwards Isabelle, then JACE! Also, what freaks me out the most is that he finds it amusing that he snogged his sister! What the “F”. He’s CRAZY! The mere idea of it makes me wanna vomit, ew! No doubt he has demons blood running his veins.

As for the Angel boy/ knight in shining armor/ man of my dreams(hahaha), I felt awfully sorry for Jace. The feeling of having no family which kind of remind me of Remy lol, nobody’s girl and Jace would be the other version (Jace: Nobody’s Boy, lol Am I really symphatizing with him ) Ehem! back to the topic, it is also a pity that the essence of truth has no real bearing in his life. What I mean is yeah, he’s been searching for truth all his life but after knowing it (maybe he thinks it can cure his longing of a real family and well here comes the saying that the “truth shall set you free”, but I still find him binded with the shackles of misery), what about it? okay he’s Stephen Herondale’s but… hhmmm, I’m having headache with this one :s It’s like truth is so evasive of them, just like the elusiveness of air around us. As for my (feelingera! Hahaha) Daylighter friend, Simon. I’m so proud of you dear, you have proven yourself that you really are a smokin’ or rather a burnin’ HOT vampire lol. As for Luke and Jocelyn, Magnus and Alec, congratulations to you guys haha. Lastly, my words for Clary… I’m so envious of you!

Every chapters made me gasping, panting and later delirious. In comparison with Twilight specifically Breaking Dawn, I’m loving the Mortal Instruments Book even more. The supposed to be clashed between the two opposing parties (volturri vs bella and friends) was kind of anti-climatic. Twilight lacks the element of surprise, there are some things that are quite predictable. Unlike this novel, it has so much twist and turns. Anyways, I still love them both.

It’s definitely a goodread! This is a MUST-READ!!

 

City of Ashes (The Mortal Instruments #2) by Cassandra Clare

City of Ashes (The Mortal Instruments #2)

by Cassandra Clare

Rating; 5/5 stars

Description:

Clary Fray just wishes that her life would go back to normal. But what’s normal when you’re a demon-slaying Shadowhunter, your mother is in a magically induced coma, and you can suddenly see Downworlders like werewolves, vampires, and faeries? If Clary left the world of the Shadowhunters behind, it would mean more time with her best friend, Simon, who’s becoming more than a friend. But the Shadowhunting world isn’t ready to let her go — especially her handsome, infuriating, newfound brother, Jace. And Clary’s only chance to help her mother is to track down rogue Shadowhunter Valentine, who is probably insane, certainly evil — and also her father.

To complicate matters, someone in New York City is murdering Downworlder children. Is Valentine behind the killings — and if he is, what is he trying to do? When the second of the Mortal Instruments, the Soul-Sword, is stolen, the terrifying Inquisitor arrives to investigate and zooms right in on Jace. How can Clary stop Valentine if Jace is willing to betray everything he believes in to help their father?

In this breathtaking sequel to City of Bones, Cassandra Clare lures her readers back into the dark grip of New York City’s Downworld, where love is never safe and power becomes the deadliest temptation.

 Review:
Another wonderful installment to a wonderful series.

In City of Ashes we are faced with the trials of affection between Jace and Clary.  Valentine may have spilt the beans about Clary and Jace actually being brother and sister.   Valentine continues his insane escapades, breaks into the City of Bones, kills the Silent Brothers and retrieves the third mortal instrument-the soul sword. The Inquisitor is quick to blame Jace thus making him a suspect .
New characters introduced in this installment:
Maia: A girl around the same age of Clary and Simon who happens to be a member of Luke’s pack.
Raphael:Second in command in the local vampire gang.

I absolutely loved the developments between Jace and Clary and the new relationship between Alec and Magnus. Simon’s finally a full fledged part of the story and not just the “best friend who happens to follow the lead character around”. The writing and story was intriguing as always and there was an overwhelming feeling of loyalty, love and understanding throughout the novel.