Clockwork Angel, 1

by Clare, Cassandra
ISBN: 9781534465961
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Magic is dangerous--but love is more dangerous still. Discover the "compulsively readable" (Booklist) first book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Infernal Devices trilogy, prequel to the internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series--now with a gorgeous new cover, a map, a foreword, and excusive bonus content Clockwork Angel is a Shadowhunters novel.

When Tessa Gray crosses the ocean to find her brother, her destination is England, the time is the reign of Queen Victoria, and something terrifying is waiting for her in London's Downworld, where vampires, warlocks, and other supernatural folk stalk the gaslit streets. Only the Shadowhunters, warriors dedicated to ridding the world of demons, keep order amidst the chaos.

Kidnapped by a secret organization called The Pandemonium Club, Tessa learns that she herself is a Downworlder with a rare ability: the power to transform into another person. What's more, the Magister, the shadowy figure who runs the Club, will stop at nothing to claim Tessa's power for his own.

Friendless and hunted, Tessa takes refuge with the Shadowhunters of the London Institute, who swear to find her brother if she will use her power to help them. She soon finds herself fascinated by--and torn between--two best friends: James, whose fragile beauty hides a deadly secret, and Will, whose caustic wit and volatile moods keep everyone in his life at arm's length...everyone, that is, but Tessa. As their search draws them deep into the heart of an arcane plot that threatens to destroy the Shadowhunters, Tessa realizes that she may need to choose between saving her brother and helping her new friends save the world...and that love may be the most dangerous magic of all.

  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Clare, Cassandra
  • ISBN: 9781534465961
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 8.20 x 1.30
  • Number Of Pages: 544
  • Publication Year: 2019

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  • British Wit and Demon Hunters? Yes please!

    Cady W. - 4 years 11 months ago

    I really liked this book. It was really funny and there was a lot of witty banter. I found myself attached too the characters and curious how this series would play out. If you like urban fantasy with wit - this books is for you.

  • A Return (And New Beginning) to the Shadowhunter World

    Brendan F. - 4 years 11 months ago

    This was my second time reading this particular novel in the Infernal Devices trilogy. Cassandra Clare paints a marvelous picture of London, keeping true to the various settings and accents associated with the culture. From the very start, Tessa is thrown right into the action and suspense. The story provides several introductions to the Shadowhunter world as it is Book One of the many trilogies in the series, allowing readers to pick it up without any previous knowledge of the Shadowhunter world. Speaking from later on in the series, Tessa is a key character at certain points in the story and anyone who continues past this story to the rest of the trilogy and series therefore will enjoy her intereactions in future scenes. As far this book, it provides a satisfying introduction to Tessa, Will, and Jem who are the main protagonists of the series. There are a few spots in the plot that were a bit too predictable and could have been made suspenseful through a little more exposition, but for the most part, this novel will keep you on your toes about what is truly going on in the heart of London. All in all, a solid prequel to The Mortal Instruments and a must-read if planning to follow the Shadowhunters in future books. #SpringPicks

  • Clockwork Angel: fantasy, history, mystery and romance

    Helen R. - 5 years 9 months ago

    This is perhaps my seventh time reading this story, I bought it in hardback after reading it twice from the library and knew it would need to be in hardback on my shelves as the cover illustration is lovely, and the story timeless. Clare's writing style is invocative of Victorian London, drawing intricate details such as mention of the businesses that used to exist. (I.e. in the sequel Clockwork Prince, there is a mention of Dean and Sons publishers...that immediately made me think of reading Son of Black Beauty as a child, as the edition I had was published by Dean & Sons.) Clockwork Angel introduces Tessa Gray, William Herondale, and James Carstairs, each a very unique character, each a dear friend to know as you read this trilogy. Tessa, who grew up in New York, comes to England to begin a new life, invited by her brother Nathaniel. But from the very beginning, there is deception, and Tessa is essential to the villain's plans. There is wit, tragedy, adventure, suspense and romance within these pages, and it's a perfect read for fantasy lovers, for mystery lovers, and for teens through to adults. I find it very hard to put this book down! #SummerReading

  • This is the beginning of the Shadowhunters world, and follows the journey of Tessa, as she works to discover who she is.

    Carina L. - 5 years 9 months ago

    I really enjoyed this book. It was written very well and the time period of the story made it even more interesting. The characters are well developed and all the relationships are complex and relatable. I can't wait to read the rest of this series. #SummerReading

  • Best Work from a YA Fantasy Titan

    Abby L. - 5 years 11 months ago

    The Infernal Devices is Clare at her best-- vivid characters, twisting plotlines, and with a new aesthetic you can almost feel yourself.