Huh. I tried reading City of Bones and thought it was deadly dull and the writing really clunky (to be fair, I didn't actually "read" it, I started to listen to it on audiobook, which can really highlight the worst in certain types of writing, especially YA writing. Too many professional readers either sound too old for the part, or they sound the right age but it gets annoying listening to a teenager's cadence and self-absorption for hours). But I've enjoyed your recommendations in the past - maybe I'll pick it Infernal Devices.
The difference in the writing between the two series is startling. Or perhaps, in the editing. It still wasn't the most amazing thing I've ever read, by far. But it was solidly entertaining and the way she handled the love triangle was really interesting to read. I wouldn't have wanted to spend money on the books, but as a library read or borrowed from a friend, it was entertaining. The Infernal Devices, that is. The Mortal Instruments was sort of like watching mediocre TV. No hate, no love. Fine for when I wanted something to entertain but not consume. Her writing in City of Bones is clunky. My impression is that it is in part because of her altering it from fan fic. The MI series got better, but has the weird distinction of being the only series I've read in full in which I really didn't care what happened to the main characters, but instead only really cared about the secondary! Odd.
But over time, I've come to the clear conclusion that books are not their authors. There are plenty of amazing books written by authors who I'd never want anything to do with in real life.
I agree, and a part of me wanted to read the books because I knew other friends were, and I know people I know and love will want to see the movies.
But... I just can't. Back in the day when I'd heard what she'd done I vowed that I would never support her (or anyone who plagerized) in any way, shape, or form. I don't want her to have my financial or emotional support.
I don't fault anyone else for wanting to read her stuff, it very well might be interesting and intriguing. I guess I just know what it feels like to be ripped off by some little skeez at ff.net, and I can't imagine intentionally making someone feel that way and supporting that person.
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I agree, and a part of me wanted to read the books because I knew other friends were, and I know people I know and love will want to see the movies.
But... I just can't. Back in the day when I'd heard what she'd done I vowed that I would never support her (or anyone who plagerized) in any way, shape, or form. I don't want her to have my financial or emotional support.
I don't fault anyone else for wanting to read her stuff, it very well might be interesting and intriguing. I guess I just know what it feels like to be ripped off by some little skeez at ff.net, and I can't imagine intentionally making someone feel that way and supporting that person.
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