EN
Fantasy

City of Bones

Original titleeng. City of Bones · 2007
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is the first in «The Mortal Instruments» series, which consists of six novels.
  • The main character, Clary Fray, discovers she belongs to an ancient line of demon hunters known as Shadowhunters.
  • The world described in the book includes many mythological creatures such as vampires, werewolves, faeries, and demons.
  • The plot begins with Clary witnessing a murder that only she and a group of teenagers can see.
  • Clary discovers her mother has been kidnapped, leading her to uncover many secrets about her past and origins.
  • The book features a love triangle between Clary, her best friend Simon, and the mysterious demon hunter Jace.
  • The book explores themes of friendship, betrayal, love, and self-discovery.
  • Many characters in the book have complex and intricate family ties that are gradually revealed as the plot develops.
City of Bones
Date of publication: 26 August 2024
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City of Bones
Original titleeng. City of Bones · 2007
Genre: Fantasy