It’s been a long, long time since I last read a Mortal Instruments book (I read the third book as soon as it came out two years ago). Normally when such a long period of time occurs between reads, I read the entire series before picking the new book up. That wasn’t the case here, however. I remembered every little detail because the series is so good, so I didn’t have to do any re-reading. As with the other books, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love stories with various voices and points of views, and Cassandra Clare spins each side with ease. She makes it painless jumping from person to person without losing the story. However, I must say I was at first a little hesitant when I heard Cassandra Clare was writing a fourth book. The Mortal Instruments was originally intended to be a trilogy, and had ended on such a nice note that I really didn’t want—or expect—anything else from the characters. I knew Clare is a genius storyteller and would find some way to make this story continue, but I just didn’t see the point. That is, until I read it. This fourth book just reinstated my love for Simon and my indifference for Jace. Yes, I know Jace is sexy and loves Clary with every fibre of his being. But. There’s something to be said for the friends, the sidekicks, the cute vampires that don’t quite know what to do with themselves. And as a lover of Simon, I was most pleased with all his narrations in this book. He really took centre stage in City of Fallen Angels. Some of the other characters also had the chance to share their side of the story. It was refreshing to hear voices other than just Clary’s (like the first three books). It balanced the book out and made me care for each individual character more. While some characters shined more than others, all of them still had a lasting affect. New characters were introduced to the reader, too. I particularly liked the fact that Clare touched on a topic that I had become worried about in the other book: Alec and Magnus’ relationship. As an everlasting warlock, I knew Magnus’ time with Alec would be limited, and I was worried about how that knowledge would affect them. So I’m glad to see reality found its way to them in this book, made them see their relationship for what it is, and opened their eyes. I know that part of the series isn’t over, and I wouldn’t be surprised if Alec found a way to live forever by the end of it all. Then again…bittersweet mortality could also be a painful, but perfectly honest way to go with regards to their future. All in all, I found the plot of this book a little blander than the others, which disappointed me. I still enjoyed reading it and still flew through the pages, but I just couldn’t help but feel something was missing. I won’t go into too much detail about the plot, but to all those who have read the book, do you agree with me? On the whole, I’m glad Clare wrote another book, and I can’t wait to buy the fifth book in the series. Hopefully that’ll be just a bit better than this one! Keep on writing, Clare, keep on writing. To view more book reviews of mine, visit my blog: http://booksteame.com/

I have been distracted lately, but before I was able to tear myself away from this book; I was completely hooked. The story continues with the gang and there are twists around every corner of coarse, even though Valentine is dead. Everyone should read this series and this book, it's great stuff!

When I first started reading this book, I had admittedly high hopes. Having read the Mortal Instruments trilogy as well as the first entry in the Infernal Devices trilogy, I was ready for more, and hear this on every level, fantastic storytelling. Unfortunately, this is not what was delivered. Despite the fantastic plot of the original trilogy and the potential shown in this book, I feel cheated. Clare seems to have spent far too much of her free time between writing City of Glass and Fallen Angels reading Twilight. This book was plagued by vampire melodrama from Simon as much as it was by Jace’s whining between bouts of dry-humping Clary. I found the plot shallow and uninteresting all the way up to the last hundred-or-so pages when “Degrassi” went out the window in favour of the element of danger and actual high-stakes action. Overall, a disappointing start to the second Mortal Instruments trilogy.

Review first posted at http://unautrehistoire.blogspot.com/ Most of you have read Cassandra Clare's popular The Mortal Instrument series. And most of you were VERY excited when it was announced that it wasn't to end at City of Glass. That she was coming back with the much loved characters and keeping the story alive. I myself, really didn't care. Only because I had only read the first book- years ago when it first came out. I told myself I wasn't going to read anymore because I really hated the Clary and Jace were brother and sister, I was not happy, so I chose not to read further. It wasn't until Simon and Schuster Canada offered me a finished copy of City of Fallen Angels that I decided to find out what all the hoopla was about. Why did people love this series so much? Why were they so excited for it's return? So back in March I read both City of Ashes and City of Glass, and I really enjoyed them, a lot. However when my Copy of CoFA came in the mail, I did not immediately jump in and start reading. Clare writes amazing characters. We all know that. And City of Fallen Angels brought to us the fabulous characters she does so well. In CoFA we got to see more of Simon’s perspective on things. Which is something I really enjoyed. Simon was one of my favourite characters from The Mortal Instruments series. He was smart, totally dorky and completely endearing. How could you not like Simon? I really liked experiencing things from his point of view, and getting inside his head. I found reading about his concern when it came to his relationships with Isabelle and Maia. I could feel his concern and despair when his mother discovered him (that scene broke my heart), also when he attacked Maureen, the guilt he felt. Simon is one of Clare’s more complex characters, and I was pleased to see more from him. Clary was the same old Clary we all know and love (sometimes), she’s loyal to her friends and her sarcasm is renowned (maybe not like Jaces’s but...). Her friendship with Simon makes me smile. I like Clary. I think she’s a well developed, well rounded character. However, for me, for a female protagonist, she’s not the most memorable for me. I sometimes felt like Clare felt like she had done all she could for Clary and focused more on others (this is just my perspective). I think there are certain character’s in The Mortal Instrument series that are stronger than she is. In saying this, I need to reiterate; I liked Clary, however I just felt like she was left in the shadows more often then not. Jace, a crowd favourite. Normally I love Jace, his sarcasm and wit are legendary. Even at his lowest, Jace is known to be clever and always ready with a joke. I felt like this was missing in CoFA. Mostly because he was dealing with some heavy stuff. We still got Jace’s jokes, and sarcasm, but it felt forced and sometimes it fell flat. He did have some great banter with Simon and some great one liners for sure, but they were few. His personal demons got in the way, and I was sad about that. Clare also introduces new characters in City of Fallen Angels. Kyle/Jordan is my favourite. I loved him. I loved what he brought to the story, and his attitude. I felt for him and Maia and I am curious about their story, I can’t wait to explore that in future novels. I enjoyed seeing his friendship with Simon blossom. He even got along with Jace. It made for good reading. Magnus was another favourite of mine, and I was glad that him and Alec showed up in the end. I was worried I was going to miss them. I love Magnus, and he says one of the most remarkably romantic things to Alec, I was speechless, and saying “awwww,” all at the same time. Where I did enjoy reading CoFA for the most part, I had a few issues with things. When Jace started avoiding Clary, I didn’t know why, I felt like that wasn’t explained very well. One minute the two were getting along great, the next Jace is having huge issues with Clary and not speaking to her, this was so confusing to me. At first I thought that I had missed something and went back to check, but no, there was nothing to explain his sudden shift. I sometimes find that Clare over dramatizes things in her novels. Everything is such a big event, there is rarely anything subtle to be found in her books. Nothing is ever down played. This is partially why I didn’t read this book when it first came to me. I had already read the two previous books in the series, and I wasn’t sure that I could handle more. So I took a break, and I think that I enjoyed CoFA more then I would have if I had read it right away. I did not like the end of the novel mostly because it was so over played and so dramatic. It’s like Clare asked “what the worst thing that could happen?” and then did exactly that. I was SO frustrated. I should have been expecting it. But It bugged me. Even with all my hang ups with this book, I still really enjoyed it, and was pleased with what I got. Clare doesn’t miss a beat with this book

I am so happy I finally got around to reading this. It is definatly a great contribution to the mortal instruments series. I really like how they start to incorporate characters from the Infernal Devices series. As ussually I Iove following Clary and Jace's relationship and it's up and downs, as well as Simons relationships. It was also nice to see more of Maia and to meet that new character Jordan. I didn't even see the ending coming it was quite a surprise Anyway I don't want to say to much, just that this is a really great book and it is definatly a must read.

First off I have to say I wasn't eager to read this one since I loved how City of Glass ended. Then I read the mixed reviews below and put off reading even longer. I started reading this book and could not put it down! I really enjoyed reading about Simon and his troubles rather then Clary and Jaces troubles for a change. Simon took on such a powerful role in this book that I can't wait to see what is to come for him in the next! We find out in this book just how the "Mark of Cain" Clary etched on Simon's forehead really effects his life! He draws out the most powerful trying to harness him as a weapon and he learns quickly how many really do care about him!

This series is awesome city of glass for me felt like the end i was content with it ending there. But when i saw the new book i just had to get it, when i read it i was disapointed jace got on my nerves just like bella did in the twillight series, but the ending was the worst part, i threw the book across the room and didnt pick it up for days i was so mad that it ended like that. but on the bright side I like that Izzy became a more developed character.

The story was not but not nearly as good as the first three books. Jace actually got on my nerves reading the book, as like when Bella drove me nuts in "New Moon." Also, as the end I was VERY close to throwing the novel across the room because of the terrible ending. If you enjoy the series, read it, but don't expect it to be a good as the first three books of the series.

I've read all of the previous 'Mortal Instruments' books to date (including that ridiculous 'Prequel'), and this is the worst one of the series so far. The first couple books were exciting and original, but now I feel like the author is just killing the series. Why do authors find it necessary to drag on their series? Clare needs to realize that she's beating a dead horse. It's dead, move on. With every 'Prequel' and sequel that she's writing the plot just seems to drag on and on and then you finally get to the moment that you've been waiting for, and it's like 'That's it?' Final Thoughts: -This series needs to end...like yesterday. -The cover art is kind of lame. I'm glad I had the hardcover so I could remove the sleeve. -There's an unnecessary handwritten letter glued to the first page of the book...should have left that out. Stupid.

**Spoiler Free** City of Fallen Angels is the fourth book in the Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare. The 4th instalment starts us off with Clary back in New York after the Mortal war. Things turned out fairly well in the last book, leaving us thinking that was the final conclusion. But little did we know, the actions during the Mortal war with Valentine would have leave them all stuck with some serious consequences. Clary is excited for her Shadowhunter training and her blossoming relationship with Jace, since she’s finally socially allowed to love him. Jace is in a darker mood than usual, and the reason why stays a mystery to not only Clary, but to us the readers, for a good length of the book. Simon battles with coming to terms with his curse of being a Daylighter vampire. He tries to live life like a normal human boy, but soon realizes none of the relationships in his life will ever be the same. His struggle seems overwhelming with the growing bloodlust, his unacceptance amongst his loved ones and knowing he’s going to outlive everyone. Loneliness seems to be the theme of this book, accompanied by a few twists and turns to keep us sucked into this lovable series. The rest of the gang is along for the angst filled ride that Clary, Jace and Simon go on, while bringing along new and fresh faces. Overall, the book was solid, but the first half felt a bit slow and dragging. The last half really picked up the pace, staying true to the rest of the MI books. Although, the feeling is darker than the previous books, I enjoyed it once I really got into it. I also feel this was more of a transition book for something way more epic to come, since we have a couple/few more books coming. Clare’s writing style stays smooth and picturesque. I always feel like I’m right there with the characters. After the ups and downs I felt this book had, the ending was awesome, whether you like what happens or not, you will be left begging for the next book.