Instruments: City Of Bones - The Mortal

The series is built on a rich urban fantasy mythology where "all the stories are true".

The High Warlock of Brooklyn; holds the key to Clary's past.

The story follows , a typical New York teenager who discovers she belongs to a secret race of half-angel warriors called Shadowhunters (or Nephilim). After her mother is kidnapped by the rogue Shadowhunter Valentine Morgenstern , Clary joins forces with Jace Wayland and his companions to navigate a dangerous "Downworld" filled with vampires, werewolves, and demons to retrieve the powerful Mortal Cup . Essential Character Guide Key Traits Clary Fray Protagonist Artist; recently discovered Shadowhunter heritage. Jace Wayland Lead Warrior

One of the three Mortal Instruments; it has the power to create new Shadowhunters.

While the book series by Cassandra Clare consists of six main novels, it has two distinct on-screen versions:

Beings like vampires, werewolves, faeries, and warlocks who share the world with humans.

If you are starting the books, the author suggests beginning with City of Bones . You can explore the full series and spin-offs on Cassandra Clare’s official site .