I tried reading this two years ago but couldn't get into it. Flash forward to 2012, I was tempted once again and picked it up from the library. I am so glad that I did because I freaking loved this book. I loved the world, some of the characters, and Jace fucking Wayland. I've said everything that I wanted in my video review which you can check out below. I loved this book and I am currently reading the second and will read the third. Cassandra Clare is a great storyteller and this is definitely a favorite of 2012. I privated all my videos on MrRichardDenney but I'll link the City of Bones review below as unlisted and only you with the link can see my book thoughts video. :) 
 Book Thoughts: "City of Bones" Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05D4N0... 
 -R.D.