The Mortal Instruments 2: City of Ashes

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City of Ashes, the second instalment in the Mortal Instruments series, follows Clary Fray as she delves deeper into the hidden world of Shadowhunters. In this book, tensions rise as Clary and her friends face new threats from demons and the mysterious return of a powerful figure. The stakes are higher as Clary attempts to protect those she loves while uncovering more about her own extraordinary abilities.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by supernatural adventures and urban fantasy worlds. It delves deeper into the dynamics between Shadowhunters, vampires, and other mythical beings, offering a thrilling storyline filled with danger, romance, and unexpected twists. If you're a fan of intricate character development and enjoyed the first book's immersive setting, this sequel will keep you eagerly turning the pages.

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The Mortal Instruments 2: City of Ashes

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Revisit the magic of the Mortal Instruments with this lavish new Collector's Edition of City of Ashes, which features new cover art, stunning endpapers, and a letter from Cassie. A must-have gift for any Shadowhunter fan.

Love and power are the deadliest temptations… Haunted by her past, Clary is dragged deeper into New York City's terrifying underworld of demons and Shadowhunters. But can she control her feelings for a boy who can never be hers?

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City of Ashes is praised for its captivating portrayal of the magical underworld, featuring werewolves, vampires and Shadowhunters. The narrative is described as engaging and difficult to put down, earning high marks for its vivid storytelling and compelling characters.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529514162

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 158.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 640g

Pages: 464

About the Author

Cassandra Clare is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series, the Last Hours series, the Dark Artifices trilogy and the Infernal Devices trilogy. She is the co-author of the Eldest Curses series with Wesley Chu; The Shadowhunters's Codex with Joshua Lewis; The Bane Chronicles with Sarah Rees Brennan and Maureen Johnson; Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy with Sarah Rees Brennan, Maureen Johnson, and Robin Wasserman; and Ghosts of the Shadow Market with Sarah Rees Brennan, Maureen Johnson, Kelly Link and Robin Wasserman. Her books have more than 50 million copies in print worldwide and have been translated into more than 35 languages and made into a feature film and a TV show.

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