Infernal Devices Trilogy

Clockwork Angel, Clockwork Prince, and Clockwork Princess by Cassandra Clare. (479, 502, 570 pages. 1551 total)


Having read and enjoyed Clare's Mortal Instrument series and with this having a stronger steampunk influence, I was quite looking forward to reading this trilogy.

Infernal Devices follows the life of Tessa Gray who is kidnapped as she arrives in London and thrust into the world of the Shadowhunters. Not sure whom to trust and unsure of everyone's motives for "helping" her, she quickly has to pick sides in a looming war or watch everything she loves be destroyed.

While the Infernal Devices trilogy can stand on its own, I would highly recommend reading the Mortal Instruments first. A lot of information about the world of Shadowhunting is assumed to be common knowledge, and therefore explained in less detail. I feel this could detract from readers enjoyment of the series.


Note: In writing this post, and trying to link the catalog back to this page, I discovered that this series has been adapted into a Manga! Stay tuned for a review of that adaptation.

Megahex

 Megahex by Simon Hanselmann, 207 pages

A witch and a black cat that are sometimes lovers. A werewolf who's known for his outrageous antics at parties. An owl who just wants to find love. A warlock thrown in the mix. This is Megahex! All these lovable characters are also hardcore drug users, fyi. How can an owl have a muffin top when he's not even wearing pants? How does a cat get naked for some skinny dipping? How does a witch fight depression? Who will win the horrible feet contest? Find out in Megahex!
This is a highly entertaining, but definitely meant for grown-ups graphic novel. (Warning on the cover: "strong coarse language, drug use, rimming, depression, mental & physical abuse"). It's set up in grids and was originally done in watercolor.
For an extra laugh, look this Tasmanian-born author up on the Internet. There are many photos of him in drag. Awesome.