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City of Bones
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Author
Clare, Cassandra
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Descriptors
Adventure/Suspense
Demons
Horror
Kidnapping
Love
Secret Societies
Series
Supernatural
Teens
Vampires
Werewolves
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Location/Setting:
New York (City)
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Time Period:
2000s
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Summary
Clary witnesses a murder at a nightclub that sets into motion a string of supernatural events that forever changes Clary's average normal life. When her mother mysteriously disappears, she is drawn even further into the secret world of Shadowhunters, a race of half-humans/half-angels charged with protecting the world from demons. With their help Clary sets out to find her mother and discover the truth about who she really is.
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Critique
This first book in the Mortal Instruments series is an action-packed roller coaster ride from the start. The characters are strong and likable and the plot is full of unexpected twists and turns, leaving readers eager for more. Highly recommend.
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# of Pages
485
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Published
2007
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Formats
Young Adult
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Reviewer's Initials: MA SH
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