City of Bones

Main Ideas

• The hidden world of Shadowhunters that exists parallel to the ordinary human world.
• The battle between good and evil, represented by the Shadowhunters and demons.
• The theme of self-identity and finding one's place in the world through the main character, Clary Fray.
• Family secrets and their impact on the characters' personalities and destinies.
• A love triangle between Clary, Jace, and Simon.
• Friendship and loyalty as important values in the characters' lives.
• Magic and supernatural creatures such as vampires, werewolves, and faeries as part of the Shadowhunter world.