A Bowl For the Soul

THE BOYS OF THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS

   “There is no pretending," Jace said with absolute clarity. "I love you, and I will love you until I die, and if there is life after that, I'll love you then.”― Cassandra Clare, City of Glass

Familiar with Will herondale? Jace Lightwood? Magnus Bane? I could name a few more boys in the Shadow World, which no doubt so fascinating and enticing characters that pulled us deeper into the complex stories. In each installments, there are at least one or two boys who had captured the hearts of both readers and the female characters. 

The many versions of Jace

         Jace Lightwood are definitely the TMI (The Mortal Instruments) heartthrob. With his tawny, golden looks what's not to like about Jace. Described as leonine, smouldering hot, and eyes that look gold in the sunlight with long eyelashes, he's cocky, arrogant, and but that is part of his charm that drew Clary *cough- and most female characters and readers alike- cough* in the first place. Jace has an untameable nature and he never told a lie (except for the few occasions when he's protecting his family). So never ask Jace's opinion about anything unless you're ready for the truth. 

Then there is Alec Lightwood. If you prefer the black hair paired with striking blue eyes boys, then Alec will surely fit into your type. Shy yet the most level-headed of the bunch. He's sensible and will protect his loved ones without a doubt. Moving on, we have the party-loving, fun High Warlock of Brooklyn: Magnus Bane. If you're into guys with exotic cat eyes (literally) and wears rainbow coloured pants, then Magnus might be the guy for you. He's not picky about his choice of partners (he's dated both men and women, nephilim and downworlders, even a djinn or two). 

Greetings to all Bookworms!

     “You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.” ―C.S. Lewis

         One of the world's fascinating gift to mankind, for me, is personally stories. Passed through generations such as urban legends, myths, fables and fairytales alike as well as masterpieces woven intricately to pages with fresh, new idea and plots. I had decided to dedicate this blog to post my innermost thoughts and insights to books I read and came across. Preferences in my reading list are romance (clichè-but everyone need love in their life), fantasy, science fiction, thriller mystery, and young adult. Ingenious writers such as Agatha Christie, J.K Rowling, Sidney Sheldon, C.S Lewis, Jodi Picoult, Mark Twain, Charles Dickens, and Leo Tolstoy are my- and many avid readers'- inspiration. Their works had captivated many hearts and stayed in our soul with their outstanding, intense pieces.

          I would like to point out the purpose of this blog is to mainly deliver opinions, recommendations, and reviews of books by an eager fan of amazing, beautiful stories written around the world. Everyone is welcome to share their thoughts through comments and give references of other remarkable stories. It is a place for all bookworms to gather and exchange their reading lists.

          To start off, my most recent reads include the Infernal Devices, which I devoured the last installment: The Clockwork Princess in less than a day. It was, to say the least, one of the best YA piece I had ever come across. A standing ovation for Cassandra Clare (who pens the Mortal Instruments series), for yet another breathtaking, touching story woven into readers' hearts. I'll be posting a brief summary and heartfelt review of the trilogy soon.

Signing off, bookwormsoul.