Friday, August 20, 2010

Book Review: City of Bones






















City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments, book 1) by Cassandra Clare.

When Clary Fray heads out to the Pandemonium Club in New York City, she hardly expects to witness a murder.  Much less a murder committed by three teenagers covered in odd markings.  This is Clary's first meeting with the Shadowhunters, warriors dedicated to ridding the earth of demons--and keeping the odd werewolves and vampires in line.  It's also her first meeting with gorgeous, golden-haired Jace.  Within twenty-four hours Clary is pulled into Jace's world with a vengeance, when her mother disappears and Clary herself is attacked by a demon.  But why would demons be interested in an ordinary mundane like Clary?  And how did she suddenly get the Sight?  The Shadowhunters would like to know...


All the stories are true.  Once Clary begins to see the streets of New York with the Sight, the world will never be the same againCity of Bones is a fabulous beginning to The Mortal Instruments urban fantasy series.  An action packed, character driven novel of friendship, love, loyalty, and betrayal and the consequences of knowing the truth.  Filled with fabulous paranormal creatures, endearing characters, hot romance and unexpected twists that will leaving you gasping for more.  This is a must read for urban fantasy and paranormal romance fans!

I recommend City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments, book 1) to readers of paranormal romance, fantasy, science fiction, young adult, and especially to fans of urban fantasy.

Source: This book was purchased by me for review.

City of Bones on Amazon.
City of Bones on Goodreads.

19 comments:

  1. I love this book! Great review!!!
    -Steph http://thethoughtsofabookjunky.blogspot.com/

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  2. I love this series with a fierce passion!!

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  3. I couldn't put this book and any from the series down. I want Clockwork Angel, yesterday!

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  4. That's good because the series is on my wish list. :-)

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  5. I'm just amazed I waited so long to read this. I was captivated from the very first page and couldn't put this book down. This is a fantastic series! I ordered the rest of the series for my birthday (o.k., admittedly I bought a LOT of books for my birthday, LOL!) and can't wait for Clockwork Angel.

    xx,
    E.J.

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  6. I Loved! Mortal Instuments, Great review!

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  7. I've not read this yet, but I feel I need to! Thanks for the review.

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  8. Thanks for stopping by & following my blog! Happy Friday!

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  9. I've heard several good reviews of this book.

    Thanks for dropping by my blog! =) I'm now a follower. =)

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  10. Thanks for stopping by my blog!
    I absolutely adore this series. Can't wait for Clockwork Angel!

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  11. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I haven't read this book yet, but I have heard great things about it. I am now following!
    -Elena

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  12. Hopping by from the book hop! Thanks for stopping by Book Ge3k.
    Amanda

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  13. This is one of my all-time favorite books! Love the MI series & Clockwork Angel is awesome too! :) Can't wait to read City of Fallen Angels and Clockwork Prince! :)

    - Violet @ The Eager Readers

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  14. I am your newest follower from the blog hop, I noticed that you reviewed The Wedding Gift it is on my tbr pile and your review makes me want to move it to the top of the pile.Have an awesome weekend! kittycrochettwo.blogspot.com

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  15. I loved this book too although it hasn't made me want to read the second in the series :) Thank you for stopping by my blog on the BLOG HOP - I am following too.

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  16. Thanks for stopping by my blog and following!
    I love the mortal instrument series!
    I'm following too!

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  17. I have yet to read the series but the sheer response by everyone encourages me to do so. Or at least try a book. Fun review!

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  18. I read this last year and loved it. I still need to read the rest of the series. I think I may re-read this one so I won't get lost with the other books.
    Alison Can Read

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  19. Oh, this one sounds good...I'll have to buy it. Thanks for the great review!

    Hawk

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