Clockwork Angel: The Infernal Devices, Book 1

Loved it!! If you liked the Immortal instruments you will love this book. Great plot, lots of interesting characters, I was a little worried because I didn’t think Cassandra Clare could make a book as good or better than the immortal instruments; but WOW this book was just as incredible. Full of adventure, mystery, romance and will make you laugh, and make you want to just keep listening. The reader did an exhalent job with the voices and accents, kudos Jennifer Ehle. I’m just disappointed I have to wait so long for the next book. However, this book was a great start to an intriguing series. So buy it! You won’t be disappointed =]

I got this book because of my love for The Mortal Instruments series (also by Cassandra Clare). Going into it I understood that we would still be dealing with Downworlders and Shadowhunters, but instead of the story being set in present time NY, this time we would be in 1878 London. Aside from the century and the location, the basic plot is a lot like TMI series.
But unlike TMI series, this book seems a lot slower paced. There were quite a few times when I was just going to give up, and stop listening, and boy, I'm glad I didn't. Not just for the fact that I realized that Magnus Bane is in this book, but also because it was around the half way point in the book when things started to pick up. I will definitely be reading (or listening) to the Clockwork Prince when it is released, 12/6/11.

Clockwork angels is a book about girl who sails to England after her brother. When she gets there she discovers a world that she did not know existed, a world full of demons warlocks and magic. In her attempts to find her brother she uncovers the secrets about her family and in turn, herself.


I loved this book. It was a little difficult to get into at first but well worth it. The characters were well developed and engaging. The main character was strong and funny, but not overly sassy, and it was a pleasure to see how she developed. The narrator was a credit to this book and language itself was absolutely lovely. The target age is about 14-22 I???m 17 so I cannot say whether older audiences will like it, but I would still say to give it a try. This book has action, mystery, and a touch of romance; it is truly an excellent read.
My only complaint is that I have to what a whole year for the sequel.

Seriously, how can you possibly go wrong with steampunk and vampires? I absolutely enjoyed this book. The character of William in particular was great fun. He had me laughing through the most absurd moments, and then ticked me off in other places. What a wonderfully complicated character.

That being said, I only gave the story four stars because there were a few elements that I found predictable. Still, Will's humor through it all kept me engaged and I look forward to reading more in this series.

...and what a read. I can hardly wait for the next book so I am starting another set by her. Cannot say enough good about her, but the narrator is not the best choice. Hope she gets a new one with better voice range and control. jd

If you are between the ages of 10 and 16, and if you like Twilight, then you might just like this teenage romp through a very intriguingly magical version of 19th century London. However, if you're expecting a substantive plot, or believable characters, or exciting action between demons, vampires, and shadow-hunters... then you will be disappointed.

While the setting is intriguing and well-described, the story itself is full of melodramatic teenage angst, trite love-triangles, and overdone emotional description. The world feels small and cramped with very few and mostly unbelievable characters. I listened to it all, but - in the end - found that I really didn't care what happened to the characters.

Overall, it was not horrible. The world itself kept me interested, even if the plot could not.

I love these books. I love the detail she puts into the characters and the time period in which the story takes place. I love how eventually all the books weave together.

This series is great, I am kind of sad there are only 3 books in the Infernal Devices.

These books have a mystery reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes yet the excitement of
the characters we know from her other books. Very true to the error they live in, Clare does another series justice.

I was intrigued and I can't wait for the last book of this series.

I really liked the narrator, though Tessa sounded older than she was. Her performance was very good. Her character portrayals were not annoying or unbelievable. I truly enjoyed listening to this novel being read.

There really wasn't one. It was overall a good book but not as

I really liked the chapter when Tessa first meets Jem in the middle of the night while he is playing the violin in his room. I don't know why that scene touched me but it did.

Will be anxious to see if the next novel in the series Clockwork Prince has more action and flavor!

Gripped me from the beginning.. couldn't 'put it down' so to speak. As soon as I finished I used my new credit for the next installment!

Loved the relationship between Will and Tessa... can't wait to find out about his dark past.

A very interesting book with well developed characters. I do believe that it is a bit deeper than most Young Adult books which makes it more enjoyable for adults that like a lighter read from time to time. It may not be and epic adventure but it is a worth while read/listen.
Narration was good, I believe that someone else could have added more depth to the production but Ehle isn't too bad. (her accents are very weak) Character voices are a little bland but emotions and inflections are pretty good.