I didnt enjoy this as much as The Mortal Instruments books. I'm not sure if it was the prequel format or the Victorian setting but I certainly didn't inhale this like I did the others. That being said, I do love the universe Cassandra Clare has created and in that, it was great to have another instalment of nephilim adventures. It was also a lovely treat to see some familiar faces again albeit in a much earlier setting - nice touch. The action was slower I think than the other books but nice cliff hanger at the end which will keep me eagerly awaiting book 2.