The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones

by Cassandra Clare

Reviewed by
Jasmine Moore

Fifteen-year-old Clary Fray did not expect to witness murder in Pandemonium, let alone murder by three stunningly beautiful teens with tattoos over their bodies. Clary could call the police, but since the three teens and the body disappeared, she'd be called crazy. The three teens appear to her again and explain that they are Shadowhunters: a secret tribe of warriors dedicated to ridding the earth of demons. That same day someone kidnaps her mother and a demon tries to attack her! Why would a demon be interested in Clary? Why can Clary, an ordinary human, see the Shadowhunters? Find out in the first book in the Mortal Instruments Series.

This book was amazing! This book has something for everyone whether you love fantasy, romance, or mystery. For fans of Twilight and supernatural readers alike, this is the book for you. There is suspense in the love between Clary and Jace, but also action packed fights during romantic scenes. There are brilliant plot twists throughout the novel and throughout the series!

If you have read and like Becca Fitzpatrick, Lauren Kate, C.C. Hunter, or Veronica Roth, this book would be a good fit for you. 

If you liked this book then continue reading! This series has four books currently, with the fifth scheduled to come out this coming September. There is also a "prequel series" by the same author. The first book is called Clockwork Angel. This series (The Infernal Devices) has two books currently, with the third coming out mid-March.

Also- don’t miss The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, soon to be a major motion picture in theaters August 2013.