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This week's question is...
Q: What hyped up book do you think was not worth all the talk?Let me know what you think in the comments! Or if you want, you can just say hi!
The hyped up book series that is definitely not worth all the talk is The Infernal Devices by Cassandra Clare. I know this is an INCREDIBLY unpopular opinion, but I can't help it. I loved the original TMI trilogy, so as a fan I was definitely going to check out the prequel, but TID books just don't click with me. Clockwork Angel was a chore to get through and one of the only books in recent memory that I had to actually power through to finish. Clockwork Prince was slightly better, but I don't really like 2 of the main 3 characters (Team Jem here...I heavily dislike Will (another unpopular opinion) and I have mixed feelings about Tessa) , the Will/Tessa/Jem triangle feels forced (I wish Will/Tessa would stop treating Jem like an idiot because he's dying!) and the main plot is tepid at best. I do plan on reading Clockwork Princess to finish out the series, but I don't hold out much hope that things will get better.
I know you don't like that series much. I suppose it doesn't appeal to everyone.
ReplyDeleteAt least its only a trilogy, unlike TMI where in total it will be 6 books.
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I'm not on either team. Well, okay maybe a bit. I drew back from one in favor of an entirely different team that's not seen. New Follower.
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I've read the TMI series but never got around to the spin off. I'm not sure if I ever will.
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I've read the 5 TMI but none of TID ones, I'm just not sure about them. I hear good things about them most of the time though, just can't bring myself to get them.
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Hey! Aww, shame you didn't like it. I'll be finding out my opinion soon haha. Lovely blog!
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I haven't read this trio but it's not one that's called my attention and demanded I read it either.
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I haven't read the series yet bu tit's on my TBR since long... As of now, let it just remain on my TBR! ;)
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I never read the series because I didn't think the blurb was that interesting. I am still 50-50 if I should try it out.
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I like the Infernal Devices series a lot more than I like book 4 and 5 of the Mortal Instruments... But I get what you're saying.
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Well, I haven't read MI series but I actually like the Infernal Devices series..lol. To bad you don't and thanks for stoping by. :)
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of that series.
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I have heard of the series but I haven't read it. I've (mostly) heard good things about it. Sorry it wasn't for you. I am a new follower on GFC :)
ReplyDeleteA friend of mine said that ID is better than TMI series..New follower! :)
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ReplyDeletewell I LOVE the TMI and Infernal Devices. To me, got to read both to really enjoy them, and i like getting to know the ancestors of the TMI characters, and all the wonder, as we know Will has to be an ancestor of Jace, as he was the last Hereondale, and knowing that, makes it that more exciting.
I didn't think I would like The Infernal devices either, but gave them a try, and am glad I did. As I usually do not read books that are considered steampunk, which since that takes place in 1800's London, it is, but I loved it, and can't wait for Clockwork Princess. I love Will and Tess, Jem is ok, think he may end up being Brother Zack (there is alot of discussion on this in my Cassandra Clare book club at GR) so means he may actually found a way to live, become a Silent Brother, but we shall see)I better stop, lol, as I am very passionate about both these series, lol. (Its why I HATE this weeks question, wish they would focus more on the positive)
Oh, and in many ways, Infernal Devices series is better than TMI, but its more a tie for me, They both should be read to really enjoy them.
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Oh, bugs me I didn't clarify that I mean WIll was the last MALE Hereondale, lol, (to carry on the name)
ReplyDeleteI'm not a huge fan of Clare's writing in general, though I haven't read that series.
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Thanks for stopping by my FF. See I read the first IMI book and even though I liked it I didn't fall in love with it. I did get the first book in the infernal devices because it was recommended. Still going to give it a chance but not something I'll be reading anytime soon.
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new follower through GFC as lucyatmax/no pic. Please visit/follow me at bethartfromtheheart.blogspot.com .I haven't read those books as yet.My TBR pile probably contains the book that is the answer to this weeks question...Lol
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Beth
I haven't read either series yet, but I really want to. Hopefully I at least like The Mortal Instruments like you did =)
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I haven't read The Infernal Devices so I can't comment. But I find it really difficult to finish books where I dislike the characters. Thanks for stopping by my F&F. I'm following you back via RSS
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ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog and Happy Friday!! I love your blog design! I am a new follower :)
Omg I feel the same way! I loved The Mortal Instruments but I tried to read the first book in the Infernal Devices and just couldn't finish it! Great pick. :D New GFC follower!
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I definitely prefer the original TMI trilogy to the ID books. I like them, but I like TMI better. But that might be because I just don't like love triangles. I do get what you mean about how Will and Tessa treat Jem because of his illness. I wouldn't like that, were I in his position.
ReplyDeleteI actually really enjoyed the TID series :) I didn't think I would at first but I guess sometimes things don't go quite as we expected. Glad to hear you loved the TMI series though- I love the first three books but seem to lose a bit of interest as they go on from there.
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ReplyDeleteYou're not the first one to put this on your list. I love your detail about why you didn't enjoy it either.
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I have a feeling that Clare will not stop at Clockwork Princess as end of trilogy (Look what happened with TMI)
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LOL! I agree! the Clockwork series was a bit boring. *hides so others won't beat me* I'm following back, thanks for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteAwww I love the Infernal Devices! Sorry you didn't like it!
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Kaitlin @ Read. Write. Love.
I love the Infernal Devices! But I guess not everyone has the same opinion. New follower, thanks for stopping by my blog :)
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I haven't read The infernal or TMI :/
ReplyDeleteIt seems like a lot of books. Maybe a day I'll give them a chance
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Ruty
Reading...Dreaming
I also like TMI better (the first 3 books), and I'm team Jem too! :) He's just awesome! :))
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Team Jem FTW! :) Hehehehe
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ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog. I'm following you back via GFC. I haven't started the Infernal Devices series; it keeps getting pushed further down on my TBR list.
ReplyDeleteOh I agree. I really enjoyed her Mortal Instruments series but the Infernal Devices just didn't do it for me at all. I completely agree.
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Sugar & Snark
Thanks for stopping by my blog, I'm following you back! I kind of agree with you. I loved the Mortal Instruments series, and I won Clockwork Angel in a contest, but I've not been able to get into it. I'll give it another try some time probably, but for now, I'm feeling the same as you.
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