![]() ![]() The plot is engaging and the basic premise of a villain with a racist ideology in search of a cup that can help him build an army is compelling, if unoriginal. Jace, however, can be an obnoxious jerk although he does have his intriguing moments of vulnerability and some slight romantic hero potential, but he isn't quite there yet. That said, Clary turns out to be a courageous heroine and the gradual buildup of her relationship with Jace is very appealing. There is also an unappealing elitist and prejudiced undercurrent in their words and behavior that makes it difficult to identify with them. What should come across as friendly teasing and ribbing is actually harsh and cold, and the derogatory comments are delivered not softly with a hint of humor but with scorn and a tinge of malice. None of the characters are particularly likable, and there is a complete lack of camaraderie between the so-called protagonists. Strong world building but the teenage sniping and romantic angst illustrates once again why I dislike reading YA (I had enough of this nonsense in high school and I have no wish to relive it in my reading). ![]()
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