City of Bones

Main Characters and Their Development

• Clary Fray: The main protagonist, an ordinary girl who discovers she belongs to the world of Shadowhunters. Throughout the book, she learns about her heritage and begins to develop her abilities.
• Jace Wayland: A Shadowhunter who becomes Clary's mentor and love interest. He is charismatic but has a complicated past that is revealed as the plot progresses.
• Simon Lewis: Clary's best friend who gets drawn into the world of Shadowhunters. His relationship with Clary and his own character development play a significant role in the book.
• Alec Lightwood: A Shadowhunter and close friend of Jace. He hides his true self and feelings, which becomes an important part of his development.
• Isabelle Lightwood: Alec's sister, also a Shadowhunter. She is strong and independent but also caring and devoted to her friends and family.
• Luke Garroway: A family friend of Clary's who turns out to be a werewolf. His past and connection to Clary's mother play a key role in the plot.
• Valentine Morgenstern: The main antagonist of the book, Clary's father, and the leader of the uprising against the Circle. His actions and motivations are revealed as the story unfolds.