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City of Fallen Angels (The Mortal Instruments, #4)
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Nov 23, 2014
bookshelves: listened-to-audio-version, paranormal, childhood-loves, dangerous-hero-themed-books-read, forbidden-romance, love-triangles
The fourth book in the series, 'City of Fallen Angels' was a bit of a disappointment for me. That isn't to say it wasn't enjoyable though. I liked it, but it wasn't as great as the earlier books, in my opinion. It was lukewarm for me, at best.
While the third book seemed to leave off on a promising note, this book quickly rained on my parade. Just when I thought that they were making progress in their war against "evil", everything goes and gets messed up again. The guys, in particular, were grating on my nerves.
Simon is a huge focus in this book. He spends most of his time trying to juggle his relationships with Maia and Isabelle. He feels kind of guilty for two-timing both of the girls, who also happen to be friends...but not guilty enough to choose or to stop.
This time around, the girls aren't the only ones that want to get their hands on Simon. His special "day walker" blood has made him a hot commodity. Some want to protect him, while others would like to use or kill him. Several new characters were introduced that kept things interesting.
Like Simon, Jace spends a lot of time screwing up his personal life in this book. His behavior is all over the place. He spends a great deal of time distancing himself from Clary, nearly ruining their relationship.
Again, the guys were driving me bonkers! They were really messing up my mojo.
In the end, some big events transpired and more secrets came to light. This may not have been a total win for me, but I can appreciate that this book has paved the way for future events in the series. I am still enjoying the series as a whole and I can't wait to see where it is heading. I'm on to the fifth book now.
While the third book seemed to leave off on a promising note, this book quickly rained on my parade. Just when I thought that they were making progress in their war against "evil", everything goes and gets messed up again. The guys, in particular, were grating on my nerves.
Simon is a huge focus in this book. He spends most of his time trying to juggle his relationships with Maia and Isabelle. He feels kind of guilty for two-timing both of the girls, who also happen to be friends...but not guilty enough to choose or to stop.
This time around, the girls aren't the only ones that want to get their hands on Simon. His special "day walker" blood has made him a hot commodity. Some want to protect him, while others would like to use or kill him. Several new characters were introduced that kept things interesting.
Like Simon, Jace spends a lot of time screwing up his personal life in this book. His behavior is all over the place. He spends a great deal of time distancing himself from Clary, nearly ruining their relationship.
Again, the guys were driving me bonkers! They were really messing up my mojo.
In the end, some big events transpired and more secrets came to light. This may not have been a total win for me, but I can appreciate that this book has paved the way for future events in the series. I am still enjoying the series as a whole and I can't wait to see where it is heading. I'm on to the fifth book now.
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November 23, 2014
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September 2, 2016
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September 2, 2016
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September 7, 2016
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September 8, 2016
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September 8, 2016
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September 8, 2016
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September 8, 2016
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Sep 08, 2016 06:26PM
GREAT, honest review, hon! This has so many mixed reviews which is why I've never read it yet. I LOVED CoG and don't want to ruin this feelings. I'll get to it one day. Sorry this was a disappointment. xoxox
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Terrific review..I started to feel the same with the third book...(I think it was the third) I just kind of gave up..Or it could be I started this one and stopped. It was a long while ago and I can't remember. I hope that if you decide to read the fifth book that you will enjoy it more..xoxo
Maida»-(¯`v´¯)-» wrote: "GREAT, honest review, hon! This has so many mixed reviews which is why I've never read it yet. I LOVED CoG and don't want to ruin this feelings. I'll get to it one day. Sorry this was a disappointm..."
Thanks, Maida! Can't win them all, I guess. :) xoxo
Thanks, Maida! Can't win them all, I guess. :) xoxo
Sophia wrote: "Great review Candace :) I am glad you will continue with the series..."
Ayesha wrote: "Great review, Candace! :)"
Eve wrote: "Fab review C! :D"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Ayesha wrote: "Great review, Candace! :)"
Eve wrote: "Fab review C! :D"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Jen wrote: "Terrific review..I started to feel the same with the third book...(I think it was the third) I just kind of gave up..Or it could be I started this one and stopped. It was a long while ago and I can..."
Thanks, Jen! I'm glad it wasn't just me. :) xoxo
Thanks, Jen! I'm glad it wasn't just me. :) xoxo
NiCoLeTa E. wrote: "Great review, Candace!!!
Sorry that this part of the series wasn't better for you!!! ;-)) xxx"
Ana {The Good Gif Fairy} wrote: "Great review Candace :)"
Arianna wrote: "Awesome review, Candace! ;)"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Sorry that this part of the series wasn't better for you!!! ;-)) xxx"
Ana {The Good Gif Fairy} wrote: "Great review Candace :)"
Arianna wrote: "Awesome review, Candace! ;)"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Pearl wrote: "This was my least favorite in the series :( Great review, Candace!"
Anna wrote: "Lovely review"
Deborah wrote: "Great review Candace x"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Anna wrote: "Lovely review"
Deborah wrote: "Great review Candace x"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Fantastic review! I never went past the first book in this series! I still haven't decided if I will get back to it or not!!! So many books and so little time! LOL!
Nicay - The Nerdy side of a Queen wrote: "Great review, Candace!"
Karen wrote: "Terrific review Candace :) xx"
Natalie wrote: "Great review, Candace! xx"
Judith wrote: "Fab review,darling,x"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Karen wrote: "Terrific review Candace :) xx"
Natalie wrote: "Great review, Candace! xx"
Judith wrote: "Fab review,darling,x"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Elizabeth wrote: "Fantastic review! I never went past the first book in this series! I still haven't decided if I will get back to it or not!!! So many books and so little time! LOL!"
Thanks, Elizabeth! I know exactly what you mean. I've got a TBR that must get three books longer for every one that I finish. :) xoxo
Thanks, Elizabeth! I know exactly what you mean. I've got a TBR that must get three books longer for every one that I finish. :) xoxo
Alp wrote: "Great review, hon! :)"
Jen wrote: "Great review, Candace! ❤️"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Jen wrote: "Great review, Candace! ❤️"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
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Veronica hates cheating/disloyal heros in "Romance" books wrote: "Great review candance, this one is the worst of the series IMO"
Thanks, Veronica! I'm glad it wasn't just me. I'm sticking with it though. :) xoxo
Thanks, Veronica! I'm glad it wasn't just me. I'm sticking with it though. :) xoxo
Astrid - ✿ˑ☆ Vanilla & Spice Books ☆ˑ✿ wrote: "Fab reivew, Candace!"
Alicia wrote: "Great review Candace :) x"
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DW wrote: "Great review, hon!! ;)"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo
Alicia wrote: "Great review Candace :) x"
Sissy's Romance Book Review For You wrote: "Great Review."
DW wrote: "Great review, hon!! ;)"
Thanks so much, ladies! :) xoxo