This week's song is Sharada by Skye Sweetnam.
I picked it because it is Dulcie's theme tune. 'Nuff said.
Monday 27 June 2011
Wednesday 22 June 2011
REVIEW: THE INFERNAL DEVICES: CLOCKWORK ANGEL by CASSANDRA CLARE
Blurb:
Magic is dangerous - but love is more dangerous still.
When sixteen-year-old Tessa Gray arrives in England during the reign of Queen Victoria, something terrifying is waiting for her in London's Downworld, where vampires, warlocks and other supernatural folk stalk the gaslit streets. Friendless and hunted, Tessa seeks refuge with the Shadowhunters , a band of warriors dedicated to ridding the world of demons. Drawn even deeper into their world, she finds herself fascinated by - and torn between - two best friends and quickly realises that love may be the most dangerous magic of all.
Clockwork Angel is the first book in the Infernal Devices series, a prequel series to The Mortal Instruments. Set in Victorian times, it is an action-packed story of love, identity and friendship.
It focuses on sixteen year old Theresa "Tessa" Gray, who on her way to join her brother, Nate, is captured by "The Dark Sisters" who subject her to lessons on her mysterious ability. She is rescued by two Shadowhunters - Will and Jem - and then the real adventure begins.
Just like the characters in The Mortal Instruments, the characters are sexy, firey and just amazing. Tessa is vunerable and innocent, but at the same time, she's strong and, dare I say it, just a little independant for the Victorian times. And I love it, really love it. The two love interests, Will and Jem are completely different, but they're both so perfect for Tessa in their own ways. Will is the perfect bad boy in my blue-eyes-and-dark-hair loving head, while Jem is sweet and nice and the 'ideal' husband for any Shadowhunter girl in the Victorian age. The supporting characters, Charlotte, Jessie, Henry, Agatha, Sophie and Thomas add another layer to the story - that of how important family is - even if they aren't of blood and add to the complications of being in love in the Victorian times, and Magnus Bane, the eccentric warlock from The Mortal Instruments makes various appearances. I think I prefer him in the 21st century, not the 19th. The main villian, the Magistar, and his associates, are clever, creepy and keep the plot moving forwards all the time, even in bits that other people might find boring.
The writing of course, is very similar to The Mortal Instruments but it is obvious by the dialogue that Clare has spent time researching how Victorian people think and, most importantly, speak.
Rating: 10/10
Magic is dangerous - but love is more dangerous still.
When sixteen-year-old Tessa Gray arrives in England during the reign of Queen Victoria, something terrifying is waiting for her in London's Downworld, where vampires, warlocks and other supernatural folk stalk the gaslit streets. Friendless and hunted, Tessa seeks refuge with the Shadowhunters , a band of warriors dedicated to ridding the world of demons. Drawn even deeper into their world, she finds herself fascinated by - and torn between - two best friends and quickly realises that love may be the most dangerous magic of all.
Clockwork Angel is the first book in the Infernal Devices series, a prequel series to The Mortal Instruments. Set in Victorian times, it is an action-packed story of love, identity and friendship.
It focuses on sixteen year old Theresa "Tessa" Gray, who on her way to join her brother, Nate, is captured by "The Dark Sisters" who subject her to lessons on her mysterious ability. She is rescued by two Shadowhunters - Will and Jem - and then the real adventure begins.
Just like the characters in The Mortal Instruments, the characters are sexy, firey and just amazing. Tessa is vunerable and innocent, but at the same time, she's strong and, dare I say it, just a little independant for the Victorian times. And I love it, really love it. The two love interests, Will and Jem are completely different, but they're both so perfect for Tessa in their own ways. Will is the perfect bad boy in my blue-eyes-and-dark-hair loving head, while Jem is sweet and nice and the 'ideal' husband for any Shadowhunter girl in the Victorian age. The supporting characters, Charlotte, Jessie, Henry, Agatha, Sophie and Thomas add another layer to the story - that of how important family is - even if they aren't of blood and add to the complications of being in love in the Victorian times, and Magnus Bane, the eccentric warlock from The Mortal Instruments makes various appearances. I think I prefer him in the 21st century, not the 19th. The main villian, the Magistar, and his associates, are clever, creepy and keep the plot moving forwards all the time, even in bits that other people might find boring.
The writing of course, is very similar to The Mortal Instruments but it is obvious by the dialogue that Clare has spent time researching how Victorian people think and, most importantly, speak.
Rating: 10/10
Monday 20 June 2011
Music Monday: 20th June 2011
This week's song is To Be Loved by Papa Roach.
I picked it because I feel that it's Tristan's overall theme. *SPOILERS* He just wants to be and feel loved, especially by the people that should make him feel loved, like his dad - he doesn't feel loved and appreciated since his mum died.
I picked it because I feel that it's Tristan's overall theme. *SPOILERS* He just wants to be and feel loved, especially by the people that should make him feel loved, like his dad - he doesn't feel loved and appreciated since his mum died.
Monday 13 June 2011
Music Monday: 13th June 2011
This week's song is Shine A Light by McFly feat. Taio Cruz.
I picked it because it fits Tristan's life from a romance point of view perfectly at the moment. That is all I am saying - the lyrics will tell you the rest.
I picked it because it fits Tristan's life from a romance point of view perfectly at the moment. That is all I am saying - the lyrics will tell you the rest.
Sunday 12 June 2011
FIREWORK Announcement
This is an announcement that my YA Paranormal Firework has just got a new title. Invincible. I'd like to think it fits better, especially as I do have a few ideas for a rewrite that means that title is better. Actually, Firework never really fit, so I'm glad that I came up with a new title.
Monday 6 June 2011
Music Monday: 6th June 2011
This week's song is Say (All I Need) by OneRepublic.
I picked it because it is currently the 'opening credits' song on my soundtrack of Suns and Stars, and to me, it fits Tristan at the beginning perfectly.
I picked it because it is currently the 'opening credits' song on my soundtrack of Suns and Stars, and to me, it fits Tristan at the beginning perfectly.
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