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Clockwork Prince (Infernal Devices, Bk 2)
Clockwork Prince - Infernal Devices, Bk 2
Author: Cassandra Clare
True love is shrouded in secrets and lies in the #1 New York Times bestselling second book of the Infernal Devices trilogy. — In the magical underworld of Victorian London, Tessa Gray has found safety with the Shadowhunters. But that safety proves fleeting when it becomes clear that the mysterious Magister will stop at nothing to use Tessa...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781442434189
ISBN-10: 144243418X
Publication Date: 12/6/2011
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  • Currently 4.3/5 Stars.
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4.3 stars, based on 9 ratings
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Export
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 4
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This book has what is probably the most poignant marriage proposal I have ever read. Witty, tender, charming prose. Beautifully written characters.
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kiorabree avatar reviewed Clockwork Prince (Infernal Devices, Bk 2) on + 38 more book reviews
I'm greatly enjoying this series. Even more, I think, than The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass.

Slightly less teen angst and a bit more realistic in the love triangle department. It's perfectly conceivable that a person can have more than one true love and that it can come in different shapes, sizes, & forms. So far, I understand that it would be difficult for them to step so far out of the social morals and try to care for each equally, I simply hate to whole idea of not tell the truth to those you proclaim to love.

The only frustrating part, now this is mostly personal, is it's presumed that to love more than one person could only cause hurt feelings and broken friendships. As if loving a second means you're loving the first less. Of course, it is realistic to the culture and the times, so I understand it. I just don't like it.
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Enjoyed following the adventures of Tessa, Jem, Will, Charlotte, Henry and others as Benedict Lightwood challenges Charlotte's ability to rule the London Institute. Mortmain and his army of automatons intend to bring down the clave. Nate, Tessa's brother, is one of those committed to Mortmain. So is Jessamine whose treachery is discovered by Will and Tessa. A surprising twist to the story finds Tessa becoming engaged but her heart is broken in two once she makes this commitment. While I enjoyed this read I do think the author could have been more concise in telling this sequel to Clockwork Angel. Good read, nevertheless, but not as good as the first of the series!
barbsis avatar reviewed Clockwork Prince (Infernal Devices, Bk 2) on + 1076 more book reviews
I thoroughly enjoyed this installment of the Infernal Devices. Jem and Will are amazing characters and Tessa really has her work cut out for her choosing between the two men in her life. The main storyline is exciting in itself...Benedict Lightwood challenges Charlotte's management of the Institute and the Council tasks Charlotte with finding the missing mage, Mortmain. Of course Charlotte is the brains and Tessa, Jem and Will do all the actual legwork. Off here and there in search of Mortmain's past to determine where he might be hiding. But the personal stuff between Jem, Tessa and Will really pulls this book together and tears your heart out in the end. I'm sure Tessa choose correctly for the guy involved but not necessarily for herself. I have a feeling that decision is going to come back and bite them all in the ass very soon.
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This Walmart edition has exclusive extras: the short story, Burning Bright, and the letter from Will to his family - and that's why I waited for this edition to become available. All things considered, it was worth the wait even if both bonuses are brief.

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