Part of The Mortal Instruments, book 1
First published 2007
Clary Fray just wants normal life back, but the Shadowhunter world won't let her go. Her mother is in a coma, her newfound brother Jace is infuriating, and someone is murdering Downworlder children. When the Soul-Sword is stolen, the terrifying Inquisitor arrives, threatening to expose Jace. Clary must stop the rogue Shadowhunter Valentine before he destroys everything she loves.
Genres: fantasy, young-adult, paranormal, urban-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family, secret-world
Setting: New York City, Pandemonium Club
Period: Contemporary
448 pages · Paperback · Walker Books Ltd
Content warnings: violence