Part of Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy, book 8
First published 2015
Simon Lewis stands beside Clary as they watch Emma Carstairs and Julian Blackthorn undergo the sacred parabatai ceremony. The ritual bonds the two young Shadowhunters as warrior partners for life. As Simon observes the ancient rite, he and Clary begin talking about their own future as parabatai. Simon continues his training at the Shadowhunter Academy, learning the ways of the demon hunters after his transformation from mundane to Nephilim. The ceremony forces both Simon and Clary to confront what their bond will mean. This story bridges the gap between the Mortal Instruments saga and the events that will unfold in The Dark Artifices series. Simon must navigate his new identity while strengthening his connection to Clary through the most powerful partnership the Shadowhunter world recognizes.
Genres: fantasy, young-adult, paranormal, urban-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: coming-of-age, found-family
40 pages · Kindle Edition · Margaret K. McElderry Books