Clockwork Angel
Cassandra Clare
4/5
It's so difficult for me to think critically about a book series that I'm rereading- especially one that I loved as much as I loved this one. I first read this series in eighth grade, and while I can acknowledge the writing level is catered for people around that age, I was still entertained by it seven years later. Maybe it's because it's coming so close to reading Chain of Gold, but all the characters had me really nostalgic.
Will is a lot more angsty than I remember, especially in comparison to CoG. I've read the entire series so I understand the reasoning, but it truly felt that every step forward was a step backward. Reading this series in comparison to Cassandra Clare's recent writing is really indicative of her progression as a writer. This series and TMI feels so insta-love, and while I love the romance here and wouldn't want it any other way, the connections in TLH feel so much more authentic.
I never thought I'd be recommending shadowhunters in 2020, but it's been a crazy year. I think I'm going to reread them all because generally the world-building is just beautiful and unique. I love Jem and Will and Tessa and don't think I will ever stop loving their stories.
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