A review by mehsi
The Mortal Instruments: The Graphic Novel, Vol. 1 by Cassandra Clare

4.0

So, I wasn't a too big fan of the novel, but I was still interested in the story, so when I saw the GN I knew I had to give that one a shot. I mean it is drawn by Cassandra Jean who is an absolute GOD in drawing, so that also definitely was a reason to read this one. Haha. Some of the things in this GN I remembered, I got pretty far in the novel before I stopped reading. But it was just so much more fun to read it this way. More dynamic, less bland. The characters were fun. I love seeing Simon get accepted in the fold as well, despite being a mundane. I did think the romance/love between him and Isabelle was a bit fast, but I also found it cute, haha, conflicting!
I had fun seeing Clary find out more about her past (or at least try to do so).
There is ShadowHunter Lore, we get a glimpse at a very hot Magnus Bane (and I was squeeing in delight when he said that at the end of the part, YAS).
I really enjoyed this one and I am considering either just reading the whole GN series or also try one more shot at the novel.