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The Mortal Instruments
AuthorCassandra Clare
Cover artistCliff Nielsen
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
GenreUrban fantasy, Contemporary fantasy, Paranormal romance, Young adult
Publisher
PublishedMarch 27, 2007 – May 27, 2014
Media typePrint (hardcover and paperback)
Audiobook
Preceded byThe Last Hours
Followed byThe Dark Artifices

The Mortal Instruments is a series of six young adult fantasy novels written by American author Cassandra Clare, the last of which was published on May 27, 2014. The Mortal Instruments is chronologically the third[1] series of a planned six in The Shadowhunter Chronicles but was the first one published. It follows Clary Fray, whose chance encounter with a group of elite angelic superhuman beings -- known as Nephilim or Shadowhunters -- leads her to make life-changing discoveries about herself and her family history. The mission of the Shadowhunters is protect the world of human people, also called mundanes or "mundies," from dark forces beyond their world. A recurring theme throughout all Shadowhunters Chronicles books is that "all the stories are true" -- and as a result, many creatures popularized in fantasy writing (e.g., vampires, werewolves, faeries, warlocks, etc.) play a role in the books. The book series falls under the young adult genre, specifically that of the paranormal romance/urban fantasy and supernatural genres.[2]

Novels

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  1. City of Bones (March 27, 2007)
  2. City of Ashes (March 25, 2008)
  3. City of Glass (March 23, 2009)
  4. City of Fallen Angels (April 5, 2011)
  5. City of Lost Souls (May 8, 2012)
  6. City of Heavenly Fire (May 27, 2014)[3]

Main characters

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Main article: List of The Mortal Instruments characters
  • Clarissa "Clary" Adele Fray/Fairchild is the daughter of Jocelyn Fairchild. Clary is an artist, a student, and a presumed mundane (human). The inciting event of The Mortal Instruments is that Clary learns that she is a Shadowhunter, a secret her mother kept to protect her. Later in the series, readers learn that she is also the daughter of Valentine Morgenstern and the sister of Jonathan Christopher (Sebastian) Morgenstern. Clary is gifted with the ability to create runes, because her father administered angel blood to her while she was in the womb as an experiment. Clary described as being stubborn and impulsive. Her best friend is Simon and she is romantically involved with Jace.
  • Jonathan Christopher "Jace" Herondale (also referred to as Wayland, Morgenstern, and Lightwood) is a Shadowhunter, and among their best fighters. Jace is often flirty and insensitive, due to insecurity. Jace's biological family was unknown until the last few books, although he was raised by the Lightwood family at the New York Institute, and so he often refers to Isabelle, Alec, and Max as his siblings, and Maryse and Robert Lightwood as his parents. He was raised by Valentine Morgenstern, who was assuming the identity of Michael Wayland at the time. He eventually learns that his biological father was Stephen Herondale. Like Clary, he has special abilities which make him swift and graceful, caused by the extra angel blood he received while in his mother's womb. His parabatai is Alec Lightwood, and he is romantically involved with Clary.
  • Simon Lewis (also referred to as Lovelace) is a teenage boy who describes himself as being a "hipster," though his best friend, Clary, calls him a "geek". Simon is Jewish, was raised by a single mother, and is in a band with his mundane friends. Simon began life as an ordinary human (called a mundane), but in City of Ashes was transformed into a vampire. After becoming a vampire, he didn't age and physically remained 16 years old. At the end of The Mortal Instruments, Simon makes a deal with a demon to trade his immortality and memories away so that he and his friends can escape Edom, a hellish demon realm. After this trade, Simon becomes human again, with no conscious memories of the Shadow World or any of his friends. Eventually, his friends realize that he still has some faint memories of the Shadow World, and they encourage him to train to become a Shadowhunter, a journey explored in depth in the Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy partner short story collection. His best friend (and, later, Parabatai) is Clary, and he is romantically involved with Izzy.
  • Isabelle "Izzy" Sophia Lightwood is a Shadowhunter that is described as very beautiful, very girly, and very fierce. She carries a gold electrum whip. She is flirty and cannot hold a serious relationship, often finding herself in flings with people her parents would not approve of (like faeries and other Downworlders). Eventually, she becomes interested in Simon Lewis. In City of Lost Souls, she admits to being in love with Simon and in City of Heavenly Fire she becomes Simon's girlfriend.
  • Alexander "Alec" Gideon Lightwood is the oldest Lightwood sibling. His weapon of choice is a bow and arrow. Though he is an impressive warrior, Alec has never killed a demon. He is described as quiet but protective of his younger siblings, Isabelle and Max, the latter of whom dies in City of Glass. In the first book, City of Bones, Alec believes he is in love with Jace, his best friend and parabatai. But later, Alec starts a secret relationship with Magnus Bane. In City of Glass, Alec kisses Magnus in front of his parents, revealing to them that he is gay. Alec later becomes insecure about his and Magnus' relationship because of Magnus' immortality and considerable romantic history. This leads him to consider turning Magnus into a mortal against his will, which causes Magnus to end their relationship in City of Lost Souls. However, Magnus and Alec eventually reconcile in City of Heavenly Fire.
  • Magnus Bane is the self-described freewheeling bisexual High Warlock of Brooklyn. Magnus is an approximately 800-year-old warlock who appears to be 19. Magnus Bane is often described as glittery. In The Mortal Instruments, Magnus helped Jocelyn, Clary's mom, erase Clary's memories of the Shadow World. Magnus began a relationship with Alec Lightwood that is the focus of the series The Eldest Curses. Magnus also appears in the prequel series The Infernal Devices and The Last Hours, the sequel series The Dark Artifices, as well as the anthology of short stories titled The Bane Chronicles describing some of the major events that occurred in his life before the events of The Mortal Instruments. He is one of the only characters who is mentioned in all of the main Shadowhunters Chronicles books. His parents are an unnamed Indonesian woman and the greater demon Asmodeus.
  • Lucian "Luke" Garroway/Graymark is a former Shadowhunter and the former second-in-command of the Circle. When he was younger he was best friends and parabatai with Valentine. However he was soon betrayed by Valentine who led him into a trap where he was bitten by a werewolf, causing him to become one. He was the leader of the Manhattan werewolf pack, proceeded by Maia Roberts. He becomes engaged to Jocelyn Fairchild, Clary's mother. He is described as calm, level-headed and righteous. He is fiercely loyal to his loved ones.
  • Jocelyn Fray/Fairchild is a Shadowhunter, a former member of the circle, and the mother of Clary and Jonathan Christopher Morgenstern. In Idris, the Shadowhunter home country, she was married to Valentine but following the birth of their first child, Jonathan, she learned that Valentine had been experimenting on her, mixing demon blood into her food and thus making Jonathan a monster. Valentine performed a similar experiment using angel blood when Jocelyn was pregnant with Clary. After Valentine faked his and Jonathan's deaths, Jocelyn left Idris and moved to Brooklyn where she gave birth to Clary. Every two years Jocelyn had Magnus Bane cast a block on Clary's "Sight" to prevent her from seeing the Shadow world. Jocelyn is secretly in possession of the Mortal Cup, one of the titular Mortal Instruments needed to raise the angel Raziel or to make new Shadowhunters. In City of Bones she self-induces a coma to prevent Valentine learning the whereabouts of the Mortal Cup. She is reawakened in City of Glass. She eventually becomes engaged to Luke, who she has been friends with since living in Idris. Her current surname, Fray is revealed to be a portmanteau of her initial maiden name, Fairchild, and that of Tessa Gray, a warlock seen in City of Heavenly Fire, and who is the protagonist of the prequel series, The Infernal Devices.
  • Valentine Morgenstern is Clary and Jonathan Christopher Morgenstern's biological father, and is Jace Herondale's adoptive father. He is the main antagonist for the first three books of the series. He was Parabatai with Luke before Luke became a werewolf. Valentine faked his own death prior to the events of The Mortal Instruments. While raising Jace, he assumed the identity of Michael Wayland, a Shadowhunter who he had actually killed years earlier.
  • Jonathan Christopher (Sebastian) Morgenstern is Clary's brother, and the main antagonist of books 5 and 6. Like Clary, he is a Shadowhunter, but he was born with demon blood in his veins. It was administered to him by his father, Valentine, while his mother, Jocelyn, was pregnant. At the end of City of Heavenly Fire the evil was burnt out of him. He died soon after admitting to and apologizing for his wrongdoings to Clary and their mother.

Critical reception

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City of Bones was popular at the time of release, reaching #8 on the New York Times Best Seller list (Children's books) in April 2007.[4] City of Ashes was one of the YALSA's top ten teen books for 2009.[5]

Publishers Weekly commented that it "is a sprawling urban fantasy packed with just about every type of creature known to the genre".[6] Locus praised the book as "a highly readable first novel".[7] Booklist said that there was "plenty of romance, loss, honor, and betrayal to make the journey worthwhile. An experienced storyteller, Clare moves the plot quickly to a satisfying end."[8] School Library Journal said "Though the story is hampered by predictability and overblown writing, Clare continues her talent for mixing hip, modern humor with traditional fantasy, and fans eagerly awaiting the series conclusion should come away more than satisfied."[9] A review in the School Library Journal noted that the book contained a variety of narrative flaws including characters that were "sporadically characterized" and whose behavior was predictable. In spite of this they noted that the book was entertaining and would leave readers anticipating the next installment.[10] The series has been in the New York Times Best Sellers List for 102 consecutive weeks as of September 5, 2013, and No. 1 for 9 weeks straight, knocking series such as The Hunger Games and Percy Jackson and The Olympians off the top spot.[11] The last time The Mortal Instruments spent 100 consecutive weeks on the best sellers list was in May 2012. On August 29, 2013, City of Bones topped the USA Today's Best Sellers List, which made it the Best Seller Book of the country at the time. Four other Mortal Instruments books also made the list. City of Ashes was No. 8, City of Glass was No. 20, City of Fallen Angels was 35 and City of Lost Souls was No. 46.[12]

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Further books in the series

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Main article: The Shadowhunter Chronicles

Prequels

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Cassandra Clare has written a series of prequels called The Infernal Devices set in the same universe as The Mortal Instruments, but in Victorian London. This series consists of three books: Clockwork Angel, published on August 31, 2010, Clockwork Prince, published December 6, 2011, and Clockwork Princess, published March 19, 2013.[13] The main characters in this series are Will Herondale, Tessa Gray, and Jem Carstairs, who reside in the London Institute.

There is a sequel series to The Infernal Devices called The Last Hours set in the same universe detailing the adventures of the next generation of Shadowhunters almost two decades after the events of Clockwork Princess. The series consists of three books: Chain of Gold, Chain of Iron, and Chain of Thorns.[14][15]

Sequels

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The Dark Artifices is a sequel trilogy set in the same universe as The Mortal Instruments, but five years in the future. The first book, Lady Midnight, was published on March 8, 2016. The second book, Lord of Shadows was released on May 23, 2017. The third and final book, Queen of Air and Darkness was published on December 4, 2018.[16][17]

Anthology compilation of novellas

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Cassandra Clare, Sarah Rees Brennan and Maureen Johnson have written a complementary series of ten short stories called The Bane Chronicles that recount the experiences of the Warlock Magnus Bane character from The Mortal Instruments series. This series has been published over the course of 2013 and 2014 and consists of "What Really Happened in Peru", "The Runaway Queen", "Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale", "The Midnight Heir", "The Rise of the Hotel Dumort", "Saving Raphael Santiago", "The Fall of The Hotel Dumort", "What to Buy the Shadowhunter Who Has Everything (And Who You're Not Officially Dating Anyway)", "The Last Stand of the New York Institute", and "The Course of True Love (and First Dates)".[18]

Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan also wrote a series of books called Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy that are focused on the character of Simon Lewis, Clary's best friend and Isabelle's boyfriend as he journeys to become a Shadowhunter. The series consists of ten books that have been released over the course of 2015. The books and release dates are: Welcome to Shadowhunter Academy, February 17; The Lost Herondale, March 17; The Whitechapel Fiend, April 21; Nothing but Shadows, May 19; The Evil We Love, June 16; Pale Kings and Princes, July 21; Bitter of Tongue, August 18; The Fiery Trial, September 15; Born to Endless Night, October 20; and Angels Twice Descending, November 17.[19]

In addition, Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan edited a side book titled Ghosts of the Shadow Market. The book contains 10 stories of the Mortal Instrument characters, The Infernal Devices characters, The Dark Artifices characters, and The Last Hours characters. The titles of the stories are "Son of Dawn", "Cast Long Shadows", "Every Exquisite Thing", "Learn About Loss", "A Deeper Love", "The Wicked Ones", "The Land I Lost", "Through Blood", "Through Fire", "The Lost World", Forever Fallen.[20]

Adaptations

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Graphic novels

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The City of Bones, The Clockwork Angel, The Clockwork Prince, and The Clockwork Princess have all been released in graphic novel form by Th3rd World Publishing.[21]

Film

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Main article: The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones

In 2010, Screen Gems announced that they would produce a film adaptation of City of Bones,[22] the first book in The Mortal Instruments series, with hopes of starting a successful film franchise. The film premiered on August 12, 2013, at the Cinerama Dome in Hollywood.[23] Production on a film adaptation of the second book, City of Ashes, was due to start in September 2013, but was delayed to 2014, and eventually cancelled, after the first film failed to recoup its budget.[24]

Television

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Main article: Shadowhunters

Constantin Film announced on October 12, 2014 that The Mortal Instruments would be reintroduced as a television series. The show ran for three seasons, with a total of 55 episodes, beginning on January 12, 2016 and ending on May 6, 2019.

A graphic novel based on the first book was released to coincide with the series premiere.

On October 12, 2014, at Mipcom, Constantin confirmed that The Mortal Instruments would return as a television series with Ed Decter as showrunner.[25] Constantin Film and TV head Martin Moszkowicz told The Hollywood Reporter that, "It actually makes sense to do [the novels] as a TV series. There was so much from the book that we had to leave out of the Mortal Instruments film. In the series we'll be able to go deeper and explore this world in greater detail and depth."[25][26] The producers hoped to adapt the entire book series.[25] In February 2015, book series author Cassandra Clare announced via Twitter that the television series would be called Shadowhunters rather than The Mortal Instruments.[27] In March 2015, ABC Family picked up Shadowhunters straight-to-series.[28] The series was renewed for a second season in March 2016, consisting of 20 episodes, which premiered on January 2, 2017.[29][30][31] In April 2017, it was announced that the series was renewed for a third season of 20 episodes. The first half of ten episodes premiered on March 20, 2018, while the second aired in mid-2018.[32][33] The two-part series finale aired on May 6, 2019.[34]

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The Mortal Instruments is a book series written by American author , consisting of six novels published between 2007 and 2014 that follow teenager Clary Fray as she discovers her heritage as a Shadowhunter—a race of human-angel hybrids who protect the world from demons—in a hidden society lurking beneath modern-day . The series begins with City of Bones (2007), in which Clary witnesses a murder at a nightclub and learns of the existence of Downworlders—vampires, werewolves, warlocks, and faeries—while also discovering the threat of demons, as she searches for her missing mother, leading her to ally with Shadowhunters Jace Wayland, Isabelle and Alec Lightwood, and her best friend Simon Lewis. Subsequent volumes—City of Ashes (2008), City of Glass (2009), City of Fallen Angels (2011), City of Lost Souls (2012), and City of Heavenly Fire (2014)—expand on the escalating conflict between Shadowhunters and demonic forces, exploring themes of family, identity, love, and betrayal amid a richly detailed mythology of runes, Institutes, and the Clave governing body. Originally planned as a trilogy, the series was expanded due to its popularity, with the first three books forming the core arc and the latter three concluding the narrative. The books have collectively sold more than 24 million copies worldwide and are part of the broader , which includes prequels, sequels, and companion stories. The Mortal Instruments has been adapted into multiple formats, including the 2013 film The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, directed by Harald Zwart and starring Lily Collins as Clary and Jamie Campbell Bower as Jace, which grossed over $90 million but did not lead to sequels. A television series titled Shadowhunters, loosely based on the books, aired for three seasons from 2016 to 2019 on Freeform and later Netflix, following Clary's journey with an emphasis on ensemble dynamics and LGBTQ+ representation. Additionally, a graphic novel adaptation began in 2017, illustrated by Cassandra Jean, retelling the story in comic form across multiple volumes.

Series Overview

Genre and Themes

The Mortal Instruments series is a prime example of , a subgenre of fantasy literature that integrates supernatural elements into contemporary, real-world settings. Author sets the narrative primarily in modern-day , where mundane humans (known as "Mundies" in Shadowhunter slang) unknowingly coexist with a hidden society of —warrior descendants of angels who protect the world from demons—and Downworlders, including vampires, werewolves, , and faeries. This blend of gritty urban realism with mythological creatures creates a layered world where everyday locations like nightclubs and alleys serve as portals to demonic incursions and magical intrigues. Central to the series are themes of identity and heritage, as protagonists grapple with discovering their hidden lineages and the implications of their bloodlines, exemplified by Clary Fray's revelation of her Shadowhunter heritage. The narrative also delves into the classic dichotomy of good versus evil, portrayed through the ' battles against demonic forces and corrupt individuals seeking to upend the balance between worlds. Forbidden love recurs as a motif, complicating alliances across and societies, while the consequences of power underscore the dangers of unchecked ambition and magical artifacts that can corrupt or empower. These themes are interwoven to explore personal growth amid larger moral conflicts. The series draws on diverse mythological inspirations, integrating angels, demons, and faeries into a cohesive contemporary framework. Angels, particularly Raziel from Jewish kabbalistic traditions, form the origin of Shadowhunters as Nephilim, while demons are cataloged from global lore including Japanese oni, Indian rakshasas, and Western demonologies like those in Paradise Lost and The Inferno. Faeries embody trickster archetypes from European folklore, often as capricious Downworlders bound by ancient pacts. Clare's research ensures these elements feel authentic yet reimagined for modern stakes, blending religious and folk mythologies to fuel the supernatural ecosystem. Recurring motifs enhance the symbolic depth, with runes—angelic symbols etched into skin or objects—representing the fusion of divine power and human will, granting abilities like or . The Shadow Market symbolizes the shadowy underbelly of Downworld commerce, a of forbidden trades that highlights interspecies tensions and moral ambiguities. These elements, including circles evoking infernal bindings, reinforce the series' exploration of hidden truths beneath the surface of the ordinary world.

Author and Publication History

Cassandra Clare, born Judith Rumelt on July 27, 1973, in , , to American parents, spent much of her childhood traveling internationally with her family, living in locations including , , and . She adopted the pen name , inspired by Jane Austen's unfinished Lady Susan, originally titled "The Beautiful Cassandra," which she had written about in high school. Before transitioning to professional authorship, Clare worked as an entertainment journalist for magazines such as and Variety, while also engaging in fanfiction writing during the early 2000s. Clare's early career included the popular Draco Trilogy, a series of Harry Potter fanfictions posted online between 2000 and 2006, which centered on and garnered a significant following but also sparked controversies over plagiarism allegations, as it incorporated passages from sources like Buffy the Vampire Slayer scripts and other works with minimal alterations. These controversies prompted Clare to remove from public access and pivot toward original fiction, drawing initial inspirations from her fanfiction experiences to develop a new universe. She began writing City of Bones, the first book in what became The Mortal Instruments series, in 2004, motivated by the bustling mythology-infused streets of , and committed to full-time fantasy writing in 2006 after selling her debut novel. Published by Margaret K. McElderry Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, the original trilogy debuted with City of Bones on March 27, 2007, followed by City of Ashes in 2008 and City of Glass in 2009. The series' success led to its expansion within the broader The Shadowhunter Chronicles universe, adding three additional novels: City of Fallen Angels (2011), City of Lost Souls (2012), and City of Heavenly Fire (2014), for a total of six core novels. International releases followed swiftly, with translations into over 35 languages and distribution in more than 40 countries, establishing the series as a global phenomenon.

Books

Core Novels

The core novels of The Mortal Instruments series comprise six fantasy books written by , forming the original arc that follows the discovery and defense of the world against demonic and internal threats. Published by Margaret K. McElderry Books, an imprint of , these volumes center on Clary Fray's transformation from an ordinary teenager into a key figure among the , or , as she navigates her heritage and alliances with figures like Jace Wayland and Lightwood. The narrative escalates across the books from individual mysteries involving family secrets to broader conflicts pitting against Downworlders and rogue elements, culminating in a worldwide . City of Bones (March 27, 2007; 485 pages) introduces Clary Fray, a teenager who witnesses a at a and enters the hidden world of , discovering her own connection to their angelic lineage and the pursuit of the Mortal Cup, an artifact central to recruiting . As Clary searches for her missing mother and uncovers personal secrets, she forms bonds with Jace and other while facing initial demonic incursions. City of (March 25, 2008; 496 pages) builds on the first book's revelations, with Clary delving deeper into Shadowhunter society amid threats from Valentine Morgenstern, who seeks another powerful instrument, the Mortal Sword, to challenge the Clave's authority. The story explores Clary's growing abilities and relationships, including tensions within the Lightwood family, as local Downworlder communities become entangled in the escalating dangers. City of Glass (March 24, 2009; 541 pages) propels Clary to Idris, the ' homeland known as the City of Glass, in a quest to cure her mother's poisoning and confront Valentine's ambitions for the third Mortal Instrument, the Mortal Mirror. This installment emphasizes alliance-building between and Downworlders, highlighting Clary's role in forging unity against division within leadership. City of Fallen Angels (April 5, 2011; 424 pages) shifts focus post-war, as Clary adjusts to life with Jace amid new perils involving angelic influences and a mysterious killer targeting Downworlders in New York. The narrative introduces Sebastian Verlac and examines strains in Shadowhunter-Downworlder relations, with Clary investigating threats that test her bonds and reveal lingering shadows from past conflicts. City of Lost Souls (May 8, 2012; 534 pages) intensifies the pursuit of Sebastian and a corrupted Jace, drawing Clary into a desperate search across realms to sever demonic bonds and protect the Shadowhunter world from internal betrayal. The book underscores themes of and , as Clary rallies allies to counter Sebastian's plans that endanger global balances between , and mortals. City of Heavenly Fire (May 27, 2014; 725 pages) concludes the arc with Clary leading a team into other dimensions, including the heavenly realm, to thwart Sebastian's ultimate scheme of reshaping the world through dark magic and endangering all factions. The finale ties together personal journeys with epic confrontations, resolving the Mortal Instruments' role in preserving the fragile peace among , Downworlders, and the angelic order. Throughout the series, each novel interconnects through the progressive unveiling of Clary's lineage tied to Valentine and the instruments' power, shifting from localized New York battles to international and interdimensional stakes that force evolving alliances and challenge the Clave's traditions.

Prequels and Sequels

trilogy serves as a to The Mortal Instruments, expanding the Shadowhunter by exploring its through the story of Tessa Gray, an orphaned American teenager who discovers her ability to shapeshift and becomes entangled in the world of Shadowhunters and Downworlders in Victorian-era . The series comprises three novels: Clockwork Angel, published on August 31, 2010; , released on December 6, 2011; and Clockwork Princess, issued on March 19, 2013. Set primarily in 1878, the trilogy centers on Tessa's alliances and conflicts at the London Institute, forging key ties to the core series through characters like Will Herondale and Jem Carstairs, whose legacies influence later generations of Shadowhunters. In contrast, trilogy acts as a direct sequel, picking up five years after the events of and shifting the focus to a new generation of in contemporary . The novels include , published on March 8, 2016; , released on May 23, 2017; and Queen of Air and Darkness, issued on December 4, 2018. Centering on Emma Carstairs, a young seeking justice for her parents' murder, and her parabatai Julian Blackthorn, the series delves into investigations of demonic killings and faerie intrigues at the Los Angeles Institute, while grappling with the strains of Shadowhunter laws on forbidden relationships. Chronologically, The Infernal Devices unfolds more than 130 years before the core events of The Mortal Instruments, which occur around 2007–2008, providing historical context for the Shadowhunters' world, while The Dark Artifices is set in 2012, immediately extending the timeline post-City of Heavenly Fire. These extensions maintain cohesion through shared foundational elements, such as the global network of Institutes that serve as Shadowhunter strongholds, the sacred parabatai bond linking warriors like Will and Jem or Emma and Julian, and the Cold Peace treaty—established in The Dark Artifices—which enforces tense relations between Shadowhunters and faeries, reverberating across the chronicles.

Companion Books and Novellas

The companion books and novellas associated with The Mortal Instruments series expand the Shadowhunter universe through short-form stories, anthologies, and reference guides that delve into character backstories, historical events, and lore without advancing the primary plot arcs of the core novels. These works, often co-authored with collaborators, provide episodic narratives and explanatory material that enrich the world's mythology, including details on Downworlder societies, magical artifacts, and pivotal moments like the Uprising. The Bane Chronicles, released as a compilation in 2014 by Margaret K. McElderry Books, consists of eleven novellas co-authored by , Sarah Rees Brennan, and . Originally published as e-book shorts between April 2013 and October 2014, the collection chronicles over 400 years in the life of the High of , Magnus Bane, exploring his romantic entanglements, magical exploits, and interactions with historical figures in the Shadow World. Stories such as "The Rise of the Hotel Dumort" and "The Fall of the Hotel Dumort" highlight Magnus's role in key events, including the rise of vampire clans and the Uprising, a rebellion led by against Downworlders in the early 19th century. Following the events of the main Mortal Instruments trilogy, Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy comprises ten novellas co-written by Clare with Sarah Rees Brennan, , and Robin Wasserman, serialized online from 2015 to 2016 before compilation in print. The series centers on Simon Lewis's experiences after becoming a Shadowhunter, detailing his training at the , friendships with new characters like George Lovelace, and adjustments to his transformed life, including humorous and poignant episodes of mundane-Shadowhunter cultural clashes. Novellas such as "Welcome to Shadowhunter Academy" and "The Evil That Men Do" emphasize themes of identity and belonging while introducing lore on Shadowhunter education and demon-hunting rituals. Other notable companions include The Shadowhunter's Codex, a 2013 illustrated co-authored by Clare and Joshua Lewis, which serves as an in-universe handbook explaining Shadowhunter customs, , history, and interactions with Downworlders like and faeries. Published on October 29, 2013, by Margaret K. McElderry Books, it features annotated entries, diagrams of markings, and excerpts from fictional treaties, aiding readers in understanding the series' intricate world-building. Ghosts of the Shadow Market, an anthology of ten connected novellas released in 2019 by Margaret K. McElderry Books, was co-authored by Clare with , Robin Wasserman, and Sarah Rees Brennan, focusing on the Shadow Market—a clandestine bazaar for magical trades—and Brother Zachariah (Jem ) as he aids Downworlders across timelines. Stories like "The Land I Lost" and "Through Blood, Through Fire" weave in historical backstories for side characters and events tied to the broader . Additionally, The Lost Book of the White, the second installment in The Eldest Curses series and co-authored by Clare and , was published on September 1, 2020, by Margaret K. McElderry Books, centering on Magnus Bane and Alec Lightwood's quest to recover a stolen while protecting their family. This novel expands on heritage and demonic threats in , bridging to larger lore elements. More recent additions include the Seasons of Shadowhunters series, a collection of four deluxe volumes released seasonally from March 2024 to early 2025, featuring new and updated short stories, novellas, and artwork centered on characters and lore, including ties to The Mortal Instruments through familiar figures like the Blackthorns and other Institute residents. Collectively, these works deepen the conceptual framework of the Mortal Instruments universe by providing backstories for supporting characters like and Simon, illuminating historical upheavals such as the Uprising, and elucidating lore on , pacts, and interdimensional travel. They emphasize themes of alliance-building among and Downworlders, cultural diversity in the magical realm, and the personal costs of immortality, thereby enhancing readers' grasp of the series' expansive mythology without resolving central conflicts.

Characters

Protagonists

Clary Fray, also known as Clarissa Adele Fairchild, serves as the central protagonist of The Mortal Instruments series. A sixteen-year-old artist living in , she initially believes herself to be an ordinary human until she uncovers her Shadowhunter heritage—a lineage of half-angel warriors dedicated to protecting the world from demons and Downworlders. Clary's artistic talents manifest in her rare ability to invent new , powerful symbols that enhance Shadowhunter abilities such as strength, speed, and protection. Her relationships form the emotional core of the narrative: a passionate romance with Jace Herondale drives much of her personal growth, while her deep friendship with Simon Lewis and complex family ties with her mother underscore themes of discovery and loyalty. Jace Herondale, born Jonathan Christopher Herondale and later known by multiple surnames including Wayland and Lightwood reflecting his tumultuous lineage, is a highly skilled Shadowhunter raised by the Lightwood family after being orphaned. Renowned for his sharp wit, exceptional combat prowess, and golden aesthetic—often marked by his tousled blond hair and piercing eyes—Jace embodies confidence tempered by internal conflicts over his heritage and sense of belonging. His sacred parabatai bond with Alec Lightwood, a lifelong oath of brotherhood and mutual enhancement in battle, profoundly shapes his decisions and vulnerabilities. Jace's romantic involvement with Clary evolves amid challenges, highlighting his loyalty and protective instincts toward the group. Alec Lightwood, full name Alexander Gideon Lightwood, is the eldest child of the prominent Lightwood family and a disciplined Shadowhunter known for his strategic mind and marksmanship. Reserved and duty-bound, Alec grows from a reluctant participant in missions to a confident leader within the New York Institute, influenced by his parabatai connection to Jace, which amplifies their shared strengths but also exposes emotional tensions. His bisexual orientation is integral to his character, culminating in a transformative relationship with the Magnus Bane that explores themes of and interdimensional love. Alec's familial role as the responsible to Isabelle and younger brother Max reinforces the protagonists' emphasis on unity and support. Isabelle Sophia Lightwood, Alec's younger sister, is a fierce and charismatic Shadowhunter celebrated for her agility and mastery of an whip, a weapon she wields with deadly precision in combat. With her striking dark hair, bold fashion sense, and unyielding confidence, Isabelle often acts as the group's bold enforcer and voice of , balancing in her interactions. Her dynamics with the Lightwoods highlight protective instincts and , contributing to the collective resilience of the protagonists against external threats. Simon Lewis begins as Clary's best friend and bandmate, a witty, geeky teenager providing comic relief through his pop culture references and resourcefulness. Transformed into a during the series, he later becomes a rare Daylighter, immune to due to angelic , which grants him unique abilities like enhanced and rune compatibility despite his Downworlder status. Simon's unrequited affection for Clary initially strains their friendship but evolves into platonic solidarity, solidifying his role in the group's found structure. The protagonists' relationships weave a tapestry of interpersonal dynamics, including a between Clary, Jace, and Simon that tests loyalties but ultimately resolves in Clary's commitment to Jace, fostering deeper group bonds. Central to their arcs is the found family theme, where Clary's integration into the Lightwoods and Simon's inclusion despite his mundane origins create a surrogate network of trust and mutual reliance, with antagonists occasionally serving as foils that highlight their collective growth and heroism.

Antagonists and Supporting Figures

Valentine Morgenstern serves as the primary antagonist in the early books of The Mortal Instruments series, portrayed as a charismatic yet ruthless Shadowhunter leader who founded the Circle, a radical group advocating for Shadowhunter supremacy and the extermination of Downworlders to "purify" the world. His ideology stems from a belief in the inherent superiority of Shadowhunters' bloodlines, viewing Downworlders—such as werewolves, vampires, and —as corruptions that must be eradicated to protect mundanes and restore angelic purity, a stance that evolves from revolutionary reforms to outright genocide after personal tragedies like his father's death by werewolves. Valentine seeks the Mortal Instruments—the , , and —to summon angels and reshape society according to his vision, manipulating followers through charm and fear while experimenting with demonic enhancements on his children. Jonathan Morgenstern, also known as Sebastian Verlac, emerges as a later central antagonist, revealed as the demonic older brother of Clary Fairchild and son of Valentine and , whose birth involved exposure to demon blood, fostering murderous tendencies from childhood. Disguised initially as the affable Shadowhunter Sebastian Verlac, Jonathan infiltrates the New York Institute to pursue his father's unfinished goals, aiming to corrupt Shadowhunters into an army of Endarkened warriors loyal to him through an Infernal Cup infused with Lilith's blood, embodying an even more nihilistic ideology of destruction unbound by Valentine's purist constraints. His actions heighten conflicts by targeting alliances between Shadowhunters and Downworlders, driven by resentment toward his family's legacy and a desire for absolute power. Among supporting figures, Magnus Bane stands out as the High Warlock of , a centuries-old (over 400 years) who aids the protagonists despite initial reluctance, providing magical expertise and forming romantic ties with Shadowhunter Alec Lightwood that challenge traditional prejudices against Downworlder-Shadowhunter relationships. His role underscores themes of alliance-building, as he navigates the Accords and historical tensions while using his vast knowledge of spells and potions to counter threats from antagonists like Valentine. Raphael Santiago, the leader of New York's vampire clan and sire to Simon Lewis, functions as a pragmatic ally with self-interested motives, often aiding against greater threats while enforcing strict vampire hierarchies at the Hotel Dumort. Sly and arrogant, dismisses non-vampires but contributes to Downworlder unity during crises, such as negotiating with the Clave amid Valentine's uprising, highlighting the fragile coalitions opposed to purist ideologies. Luke Garroway, born Lucian Graymark, acts as a key supporting and Clary's adoptive father, having transitioned from a Shadowhunter in Valentine's Circle to a lycanthrope after a betrayal-induced bite, leading the local pack with a focus on protective alliances rather than vengeance. His experiences fuel opposition to the Circle's blood purity dogma, emphasizing redemption and familial bonds as he supports efforts to safeguard Clary from her biological heritage's dangers. Maryse and Robert Lightwood head the New York Institute, serving as authoritative figures who oversee Shadowhunter operations while grappling with their past as Circle members, leading to their exile from Idris as punishment for supporting Valentine's early ideals. Reformed and focused on duty, they mentor young like their children and Isabelle, navigating internal Clave politics and external threats to maintain fragile peace with Downworlders. Jocelyn Fairchild, Clary's mother (née Jocelyn Fray), represents a reformed as a former Circle member married to Valentine, whose disillusionment with his genocidal plans prompted her to flee, hide the , and suppress Clary's memories to shield her from the . Her actions directly counter the Circle's purity ideology by prioritizing maternal protection and eventual alliances, influencing key conflicts through her knowledge of Valentine's experiments. These figures collectively drive the series' central tensions, with antagonists like Valentine and Jonathan embodying bloodline purism against the supporting characters' advocacy for interspecies cooperation and personal redemption.

Reception and Legacy

Critical Reception

The initial trilogy of The Mortal Instruments received widespread praise from critics for its fast-paced action, intricate world-building, and engaging blend of elements. awarded City of Bones a starred review, highlighting the immersive Shadowhunter universe and the thrilling demon-hunting sequences that propel the narrative, describing it as a "fast-paced, fantastic thriller" that hooks readers with its detailed lore and romantic tension. Similarly, the series was commended for its diverse LGBTQ+ representation, particularly the prominent same-sex relationship between Shadowhunter Lightwood and warlock Bane, which provided meaningful visibility and permission for narratives in , as noted in analyses of its cultural impact. The books garnered several awards and nominations that underscored their literary merit and popularity. City of Bones was nominated for the for Best First Novel in 2008, recognizing Clare's debut as a standout in . Later installments also achieved acclaim through reader-voted honors, with nominated for the Choice Award for Best Fantasy in 2011 and securing the same award in 2014, reflecting strong engagement with the evolving storyline. https://www.goodreads.com/choiceawards/best-young-adult-fantasy-books-2014 Criticisms of the series often centered on perceived plot similarities to other fantasy works, such as and Twilight, with some reviewers pointing to familiar tropes like hidden magical societies and forbidden romances that echoed established narratives. Pacing issues emerged in later books, where expansive subplots and a large cast of characters led to convoluted and repetitive conflicts, as critiqued in a Guardian review of the full series that described it as "flawed" with "endless repetition" despite its addictive quality. Additionally, Clare's origins as a fanfiction writer drew scrutiny, including 2009 allegations of from her earlier online works, where passages were accused of being lifted from sources like Lord of the Rings and without attribution; these claims were resolved without legal action, but they fueled ongoing debates about originality. The reception evolved from enthusiastic acclaim for the core trilogy's fresh take on —which contributed to its commercial blockbuster status—to more mixed responses for the prequels and sequels, where critics noted in innovation amid expanding lore, though the series' thematic depth on identity and continued to resonate.

Commercial Success and

The Mortal Instruments series has achieved substantial commercial success, with over 50 million copies of the broader novels sold worldwide as of 2023, encompassing the core six books and related works. By 2018, the series alone had sold more than 18 million copies globally, contributing to author Cassandra Clare's overall sales milestone. All six core novels have appeared on the bestseller lists, with City of Bones maintaining a position for multiple weeks upon its 2007 release. The books have been translated into more than 35 languages, expanding their reach to international markets including French, Spanish, Korean, and Ukrainian editions released as recently as 2025. Merchandising efforts have further amplified the series' market presence, including officially licensed apparel, temporary rune tattoos, and collectible items such as earrings and candles inspired by Shadowhunter motifs. Trading cards produced by Leaf Trading Cards serve as an official tie-in, featuring characters and scenes from the novels, while special edition boxed sets with exclusive artwork have been released by publisher . The series has fostered a vibrant , with active online communities on platforms like , where thousands of fanfiction stories expand on the Shadowhunter universe, and , hosting discussions, , and memes centered on characters like Clary Fray and Jace Herondale. Fan-driven conventions, such as Mortal Hunters in and From Idris to Paris in , draw attendees for panels, autographs, and costume contests, with events continuing into 2025. Supporter campaigns have influenced adaptations, including petitions and social advocacy that contributed to the development of the 2016-2019 series following the mixed reception of the 2013 . In terms of legacy, The Mortal Instruments holds a place in the canon for pioneering diverse representation in , influencing post-2010s series by blending with themes of identity and found family in multicultural settings. Positive critical reception has bolstered its enduring popularity, solidifying its role in shaping contemporary YA fantasy landscapes.

Adaptations

Film

The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is a 2013 American directed by and based on the first novel in Cassandra Clare's The Mortal Instruments series. The film adapts key elements from the book, such as the protagonist Clary Fray's discovery of the Shadowhunter world and her quest for the Mortal Cup, an artifact central to creating new Shadowhunters, though it condenses the narrative by streamlining subplots and altering certain character motivations to fit the runtime. Production was led by Constantin Film in association with Unique Features, with filming taking place primarily in and , from August to November 2012. The project had a reported of $60 million and was released theatrically on August 21, 2013, in the United States by , a Entertainment subsidiary. Internationally, distribution varied, including Entertainment One in . Casting emphasized young actors to appeal to the audience, with portraying Clary Fray, as Jace Wayland, and as Alec Lightwood. The adaptation introduced deviations from the source material, such as modifications to character backstories and relationships to heighten dramatic tension, including changes to the dynamics among the . The film grossed approximately $95 million worldwide, with $31 million from the domestic market and the remainder from international territories, falling short of expectations for a franchise starter given its budget and marketing costs. Reception was mixed to negative among critics, earning a 13% approval rating on based on 128 reviews, with praise for its and action sequences but widespread criticism for a convoluted script, wooden dialogue, and underdeveloped characters. The underwhelming performance and poor critical response led to the cancellation of planned sequels, despite initial intentions to adapt the full series.

Television

The television adaptation of The Mortal Instruments centers on the series Shadowhunters, a supernatural drama that aired on Freeform from January 12, 2016, to May 6, 2019, spanning three seasons and 55 episodes. Developed by Ed Decter and produced by Constantin Film, the show was executive produced by Decter and McG, the latter directing the pilot episode; its production budget reached approximately $3.5 million per episode to support elaborate visual effects and action sequences. Following the 2013 film The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, Shadowhunters rebooted the franchise for television, expanding the narrative across a serialized format. Casting emphasized a diverse ensemble, with portraying the protagonist Clary Fray, as the Shadowhunter Jace Wayland, as her best friend Simon Lewis, and as the Luke Garroway, whose role was significantly expanded from the books to highlight themes of found family and . Other key performers included as the warrior Isabelle Lightwood, as her brother Alec Lightwood, and Harry Shum Jr. as the warlock Magnus Bane, whose queer romance with Alec became a central, positively depicted storyline. The production prioritized inclusive hiring, featuring actors from varied ethnic backgrounds to reflect a modernized interpretation of Clare's world. In adapting the source material, blended plotlines from all six novels of The Mortal Instruments—primarily City of Bones, , City of Glass, , City of Lost Souls, and —while incorporating elements from prequels like and short stories from . To fit the episodic structure and extend beyond the first book's events, the series introduced original arcs, such as the demonic possessions orchestrated by in season 3, where characters like Sebastian Morgenstern (the Owl) infiltrate Shadowhunters' minds, and Raziel's angelic interventions. These additions allowed for deeper exploration of ensemble dynamics and moral ambiguities not fully realized in the books' tighter focus. The series finale, "All Good Things...", culminates in a confrontation tying directly to 's heavenly fire motif, where Isabelle channels the divine energy to defeat evil, providing closure while diverging from the novel's specifics for dramatic effect. Critically, Shadowhunters garnered a 76% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on aggregated reviews, with praise centering on its improved visual effects in later seasons and strong LGBTQ+ representation, earning the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Drama Series in 2017 for the Alec-Magnus relationship. Despite a dedicated fanbase and consistent viewership—averaging around 500,000 live viewers per episode in season 3—the series ended after three seasons due to escalating production costs outpacing Freeform's budget allocations, as stated by network executives.

Other Media

The graphic novel adaptation of City of Bones, the first book in The Mortal Instruments series, was released in 2013 by Margaret K. McElderry Books, adapted by Mike Raicht and illustrated by Charles Paul Wilson III, emphasizing visual depictions of Shadowhunter and action sequences to enhance the novel's demon-hunting elements. A subsequent multi-volume series began in 2017 with , written by and illustrated by , which, as of November 2025, comprises eight volumes covering the first four novels of the series, with a ninth volume scheduled for December 2025; the artwork highlighting intricate rune designs and dynamic fight scenes that differ from the prose format by prioritizing visual storytelling. These adaptations condense the core plot of Clary Fray discovering the Shadowhunter world while streamlining subplots for panel-based pacing. Audiobooks of The Mortal Instruments series have been produced by Audio since the original release of City of Bones in 2007, narrated by , providing an immersive audio experience of the series' dialogue-heavy . Enhanced editions followed post-2013, including a 2014 version of City of Bones narrated by actress , whose performance captures the youthful energy of protagonists like Clary and Jace, spanning 13 hours and 44 minutes. Later books in the series feature celebrity narrators such as for spin-off titles in the shared universe, like in 2016, maintaining consistent production quality across the audiobooks available on platforms like Audible. In the broader Shadowhunters universe connected to The Mortal Instruments, the 2012 graphic novel adaptation of Clockwork Angel from The Infernal Devices prequel series, illustrated by HyeKyung Baek and published by , offers a manga-style visual retelling that accentuates aesthetics and Victorian-era action, released on October 30, 2012. Minor adaptations include tie-in merchandise such as the Shadowhunter's Guide: City of Bones (2013), a companion book with character profiles and lore excerpts tied to the series' world-building, but no official video games or major have been produced as of 2025.

Cultural Impact

Literary Influences

The Mortal Instruments series draws heavily on Abrahamic traditions for its depiction of angels and demons, adapting concepts from Jewish, Christian, and Islamic mythologies to form the foundational cosmology of the Shadowhunter world. The angel , who bestows angelic blood upon humanity to create the , is inspired by the kabbalistic figure known as the Angel of Secrets and , while and demonic hierarchies echo biblical accounts of celestial rebellion and infernal realms. Demons in the series are cataloged in a manner reminiscent of medieval demonologies, blending authentic lore with invented elements to populate the Downworld. Faerie lore in the series incorporates elements from Celtic folklore, portraying the Fair Folk as enigmatic, treacherous beings from an otherworldly realm governed by ancient pacts and illusions, much like the sidhe of Irish and Scottish traditions. This influence is evident in collaborations with author Holly Black, whose Modern Faerie Tales series—rooted in Celtic myths of changelings and forbidden bargains—crosses over into the Shadowhunter universe, emphasizing faeries' dual nature as both alluring and perilous. The origin of faeries as offspring of angels and demons further merges this folklore with the series' angelic framework. Vampires and werewolves derive from Gothic literary traditions, with vampires echoing the aristocratic, bloodthirsty predators of Bram Stoker's Dracula and werewolves drawing on lycanthropic curses from as explored in Gothic horror. These creatures inhabit a shadowy urban underbelly, reimagining 19th-century Gothic motifs of monstrosity and societal outcasts within a modern fantasy context. The prequel trilogy reflects Victorian-era influences, particularly the atmospheric depictions of industrial London and the era's tensions. Set during the late , the series evokes the Industrial Revolution's tensions through automated horrors and class divides among Downworlders, informed by Clare's research into period-specific literature and media. Literary references to fantasy tropes appear in the series' structure, including secret societies akin to in J.K. Rowling's series and romantic entanglements reminiscent of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight, such as forbidden love between humans and immortals. Clare's background in fanfiction, including works based on , informed these elements, blending hidden magical worlds with coming-of-age narratives. Clare has cited Joss Whedon's Buffy the Vampire Slayer as a key inspiration for the urban supernatural blend, praising its integration of teen protagonists into a demon-hunting milieu as a model for the Shadowhunters' gritty, New York-set adventures. This influence is highlighted in her enthusiasm for involving Buffy actor James Marsters in related projects, underscoring the series' debt to classic urban fantasy television. The Mortal Instruments series exemplifies the urban fantasy subgenre by integrating contemporary urban settings with mythological elements, contributing to its popularity among teen readers in the . A key aspect of its cultural footprint is the pioneering representation of LGBTQ+ relationships, particularly the romance between Shadowhunter Alec Lightwood and warlock Magnus Bane, which provided one of the first major non-tragic gay couples in mainstream YA fantasy. This portrayal has been credited with offering youth a sense of permission to explore their identities through , even if it did not always provide full validation within the story's world. Author has emphasized the importance of such inclusion, advocating in interviews for greater diversity in YA fiction by stating the need for more gay relationships to reflect real-life experiences. The series' emphasis on these themes has contributed to broader discussions on and in popular media, influencing the trajectory of LGBTQ+ narratives in subsequent YA works. The books have also faced challenges and bans in some educational settings due to their LGBTQ+ content, highlighting ongoing debates about representation and censorship in . As of November 2025, the series continues to resonate in online communities through fan-driven content, though no major new media crossovers have emerged since the conclusion of the television adaptation in 2019.

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