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#TheInfernalReadAlong: Clockwork Angel with Tea and Titles

#TheInfernalReadAlong: Clockwork Angel with Tea and Titles

April 30, 2017 Posted by angelreads Book Reviews, The Infernal Read a Long 1 Comment

Last month I announced along with Ely from Tea and Titles, we will be holding a 3-month read-a-long of The Infernal Devices by Cassandra Clare. You can check out the post here for more info. We have decided to read 1 book a month as it doesn’t leave too much pressure on us as we are both currently in university.

And, April was all about Clockwork Angel. Check out part 1 of this discussion on Tea and Titles.

I read this series for the first time nearly 4 years ago and I feel in love with them. But, coming back here, now. I loved it even more. We spoke about how we feel after re-read this series again on Tea and Titles, but quickly Ely what was it like re-reading Clockwork Angel?

To put it simply, I loved getting to reread this. I am so so excited to reread the rest of the series now!

You and me both. On Tea and Titles, we spoke about Tessa being brought into this shadowhunter world for the first time and for some people it’s their first time as well. But what I love about Clockwork Angel is that we find out so much more about this world than we did in the first 3 Mortal Instrument books. It’s funny because this book is set so many years before City of Bones. But they are so advanced. One of my favourite things about re-reading it was how female dominated the shadowhunter world is and could be. They are living in a time where females do shit and yet we have Charlotte fighting and running an Institute. What do you think about this?

I hadn’t really thought about it before you mentioned it, but we definitely do learn more about the Shadowhunter world in this short period of time than we do in the first three. Tessa learns through reading as much as experiencing it and I like that. I guess I like that aspect so much because we are also learning by reading.

As for the feminism, that’s another thing I totally missed when I first read it. In the first part, we talked about missing the diversity, and I guess that’s in the same strain for me—I didn’t know anything about feminism and female empowerment when I first read the series. Now that it’s something I’m passionate about, I absolutely loved it. Charlotte is a total badass, and so is Sophie. I think Sophie is such an interesting character as a whole. She’s a maid, and yet she doesn’t let herself get stamped on by anyone. I think we should just start a Sophie fanclub, you in?

Let’s start it! I love Sophie so much. Like you said she is a maid and for most maids in that time, they do what they are told. But, I love that Sophie doesn’t stand for that. I love that she keeps Will on his toes and doesn’t take shit from him. It’s fun to watch their interactions, as well as see Tessa’s reaction to all this. She is, for the most part, a girl of her time and seeing Sophie and even Charlotte act the totally opposite is so much fun.

Talking about diversity, one thing that didn’t hit me until I started reading again was Jem and his illness. If you don’t know already I suffer from chronic pain and seeing Jem in somewhat equivalent pain was a surprise. And I really enjoy it. Clockwork Angel didn’t delve into it a whole love, but I do know the other books do explore Jem and his illness. I connected with Jem in a way that I hadn’t before. What did you think of the representation of disability in Clockwork Angel?

I never picked up on it either. Or rather, I never thought of it that way. Jem’s illness was just that to me, but on rereading it I’ve definitely picked up more. Even though I don’t have chronic pain, I could definitely relate to Jem in that way. There were moments that reminded me of my diabetes and mobility issues, so I definitely appreciated that. My memory is kind of foggy as to how his illness is dealt with in the other two books, but for now, I’m really happy it’s in there. What do you think about Sophie and the representation of scarring? This is something pretty close to my heart, and yet I never thought about it before now.

My memory is foggy of how it’s dealt with in the next two books as well, but I am excited to see how it all pans out. So far I think that Sophie’s scarring is being dealt with quite well for the most part. We see that it doesn’t stop her from living her life at the moment, but we also see Jessamine show a dislike to it. But, I do think that is needed sometimes – to show that it’s not alright to say some of those things. I know her scarring comes up more in the next couple of novels and from what I can remember it’s dealt with well. What do you think of it?

There are definitely a few moments where the other characters shy away from it. Tessa is shocked when she first sees Sophie’s scars, but I think beyond that it’s dealt with pretty well. It’s never suggested that Sophie is anything less because of the scars, and I don’t think they’re used as a plot point at any time. I really appreciate that. Also, this has made my think of one of my classmates’ thesis, in which he’s writing about how scars are often connotated to evilness. With that in mind, it’s really nice to see a character who goes beyond that.

That is a really interesting point and something I can totally agree with. In Clockwork Angel betrayal is a huge theme and it’s heartbreaking at times to see a character that you love so much go through it. But, I also think that it makes them strong and it adds to their arc. Tessa is betrayed throughout the novel, but I can see her take it on and show that she can be strong. What do you think of this?

Obviously, I knew the big betrayal was coming, but it didn’t stop me from getting overly emotional for Tessa. She deals with the whole thing rather well. I know I’ve felt betrayed in my life, not to the life-threatening extent like Tessa, but it hurt a lot. I think Tessa is incredible for dealing as well as she does. What do you think of it?

I definitely agree. There is a major difference between the Tessa that started the novel to the one that we see in the end. She stands up straight and tries to take it all on her back. And I think it’s one of the main reasons why I love Cassandra Clare, she just writes beautifully written female characters that shine.

That brings our talk on Clockwork Angel to an end. Thank you so much, Ely, for chatting with me and don’t forget to check out part 1 on Tea and Titles.

What do you think about what we highlighted? Do you think re-reading helps you pick up on more? What do you think of Cassandra’s female characters? Let’s Chat.

 

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    May 1, 2017 at 10:53 PM

    I would love to reread this series at some point! I’ve actually been craving a reread of TMI but I know it will take me FOREVER to do. I should follow in your footsteps and just focus on one a month to fit into my regular reading schedule. It’s amazing how much you can pick up on a reread. 🙂

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April was a very good reading month for me, especi April was a very good reading month for me, especially after last month. I had some really fantastic reads in April. I did do a lot of re-reading this month but I had such blast. I re-read Caught Up and Play Along and the first 4 books in the Ironside Academy series. 📚

I read some books that I’ve been waiting for including the new book from Kels and Denise Stone, as well as the new Tessa Hale. ✨

Overall it was such a good month, lots of binge reading series and starting on some new authors. I’m so excited to see what May brings. 🖤

What was your favourite book that you read in April? 

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IT’S RACE WEEK! 🏎️ If you didn’t know al IT’S RACE WEEK! 🏎️

If you didn’t know already I love F1, have ever since I was younger and decided that this year it would be fun to combined my love for F1 and reading together. 📚

After a week off we are back at it. We are in Miami this week’s and things are only just heating up. This week I’m reading Falling Off the Cliff  Kanitha P.

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Formula 1 legend in the making and rising star Thiago Valencia is chasing redemption as well as his second World Champion title. With a tarnished reputation and an undetermined future in F1 that hangs by a terribly loose thread, he can’t afford to lose his seat. Thiago is ready to do anything to redeem himself and erase his past mistakes. When a mysterious woman intrudes on his private party in Monte Carlo, he is certain the universe has brought his polar opposite into his life as salvation. He is sunshine, she is moonlight; he is a bright star and she is a moonbeam.

Destiny takes the wheel, steering Kamari into Thiago’s orbit, but her open disdain and closely guarded heart warn her to stay away. Enchanted by her charms, Thiago is intent on melting her freezing barriers and tearing down the walls shielding her heart.

When Kamari agrees to help him save his future by being his fake girlfriend, the unexpected happens, triggered by a game of lies, secrets and desire.

As they plunge towards the finish line, the race veers offtrack and neither of them are ready to fall off the cliff.
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How Race Week Reads Will Work 

On Monday of race week I’ll announce the book I’ll be reading for the week, then throughout the week I’ll be posting stories and my thoughts. And then on Sunday, race day my review and final thoughts will go up.

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A little late but I am finally getting to share Ra A little late but I am finally getting to share Race 5’s Race Week Reads review. This week I read, Downforce (Pit Lane #1) by Hannah Lily.

🏎️ Review 🏎️

I had so much fun reading this book. I knew I was in for a ride as soon as I started Downforce. It was entertaining, fun, and I just had a good time reading it. And while it does explore some heavy topics, I don’t think it took away from the fun nature of the book.

Right from the start, we can see the tension between F1 Presenter, Olivia Fraser and F1 Driver, Jonah Scott. And while silly at times, it was fun seeing them interact together. Both really didn’t like each other. They both had said things about and to one another that sometimes it caused chaos. And I was here for it.

I did find that at times, just silly things happened. I am not a massive rom-com reader, and there was a lot of falling into one another, and arguments stemmed from nothing. This is honestly just because I don’t like these types of scenes, but it didn’t really make me dislike the book at all.

I loved the whole road trip aspect of the book, it’s different from other F1 books I’ve read so far this year and just made for some interesting banter and lust. I do wish that the road trip was a little longer than it was because I did feel like the romance moved pretty quickly here, but again, it didn’t really affect how much I was enjoying the book.

The romance was this combination of being slow burn and full of angst right at the start, to the road trip happening and then bam. But I loved it, though. The banter between Olivia and Jonah was fantastic. I loved seeing them grow not only with one another but with themselves as well.

Overall, I had a great time reading Downforce and will be continuing the series for sure when the other books come out. The romance was angsty and just felt right. The found family aspect really worked well here, and the F1 aspects were pretty okay. Not the best I’ve seen, but not the worst either. If you are looking for a fun read that has a great romance and a little rom-comy, then pick this one up.
I’ve already had a pretty amazing reading year. I’ve already had a pretty amazing reading year. There have been so many books that I have enjoyed but there are some that I have just loved. 🖤

I didn’t realise before I put this post together that all of these books are from authors I’ve read and loved before. There hasn’t been a Rebecca Yarros book that I haven’t rated under 4 Stars. Elsie Silver is just making me love everything that she writes. Wild and Wrangled may be my favourite in the series. 📖

Three rereads also made it to this list. Binding 13 still makes me gasp and smile all at the same time. And Caught Up and Play Along just hit every time. 📚

I’ve honestly had a great year so far and since making this post a few more books I’ve read I’ve ended up loving. It’s going to be hard to pick my favourites at the end of the year that is for sure. ✨

What books have you loved reading this year? Are any books that made my list on yours? Let me know! 

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