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kittykyra's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
megsturrock's review against another edition
4.0
First off... why didn't I read this years ago?! I was literally about to watch the Netflix show when I saw the box set on sale.
Also, I feel like if I did read it a few years ago then the description/ wording wouldn't have bothered me. I don't know why some parts made me annoyed but that's why it's only 4 stars. I suppose is YA.
I knew about the *plot twist* but didn't know how it came about, even though it was already spoiled for me I still loved reading it and it came about differently than what I expected. All in all, very good read.
Also, I feel like if I did read it a few years ago then the description/ wording wouldn't have bothered me. I don't know why some parts made me annoyed but that's why it's only 4 stars. I suppose is YA.
I knew about the *plot twist* but didn't know how it came about, even though it was already spoiled for me I still loved reading it and it came about differently than what I expected. All in all, very good read.
reydeam's review against another edition
4.0
My full review:
http://ibeeeg.blogspot.com/2009/04/city-of-bones-mortal-instruments-book-1.html
When I first opened this book I did not think I would like the story, yet, I was curious. Within a few pages of reading I knew I would like reading City of Bones? Why? From the start there was a since of action, adventure and intrigue with those who live in another world as Shadowhunters.
First Sentence:
"You've got to be kidding me," the bouncer said, folding his arms across his massive chest.
Although, in the beginning I did not know of Shadowhunters. What I did know is that Clary was girl who was curious about something she saw- something that other humans (mundanes) could not see. She gained my attention right away. The story gained my attention and held it as it was packed with action while moving along at a quick pace. The plot line did not reveal all in one shot rather, it let bits out at a time. The story took a turn that I did not completely expect. This one particular turn did not exactly thrill me. I see why it would add tension to the story but I must admit, this turn is not what I would have chosen. I am hoping that the following books -City of Ashes and City of Glass- will flesh out that this specific turn is not at all as we think it is currently.
I enjoyed reading about the Shadow World as it has structure with its laws and levels of society. The rules are there. Rules that the Shadowhunters and all non-human creatures most abide.
http://ibeeeg.blogspot.com/2009/04/city-of-bones-mortal-instruments-book-1.html
When I first opened this book I did not think I would like the story, yet, I was curious. Within a few pages of reading I knew I would like reading City of Bones? Why? From the start there was a since of action, adventure and intrigue with those who live in another world as Shadowhunters.
First Sentence:
"You've got to be kidding me," the bouncer said, folding his arms across his massive chest.
Although, in the beginning I did not know of Shadowhunters. What I did know is that Clary was girl who was curious about something she saw- something that other humans (mundanes) could not see. She gained my attention right away. The story gained my attention and held it as it was packed with action while moving along at a quick pace. The plot line did not reveal all in one shot rather, it let bits out at a time. The story took a turn that I did not completely expect. This one particular turn did not exactly thrill me. I see why it would add tension to the story but I must admit, this turn is not what I would have chosen. I am hoping that the following books -City of Ashes and City of Glass- will flesh out that this specific turn is not at all as we think it is currently.
I enjoyed reading about the Shadow World as it has structure with its laws and levels of society. The rules are there. Rules that the Shadowhunters and all non-human creatures most abide.
rgholmes's review against another edition
5.0
I rated this 5 stars in high school and since I’m rereading I’m going to keep the same star rating from before
zulay's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.25
This was a book that I had since a teenager but never read. I loved the tv series and the movie and just wanted to give the books a try. I did not regret it! It just never stopped!
westtiff's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
salamanda's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Gore
_ewe_'s review against another edition
1.0
Cassandra Clare, colei che ha legalizzato il plagio e l'ha scampata non una ma ben due volte.