fiction fantasy young adult adventurous medium-paced

416 pages | first published 2008

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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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Summary of 57083 reviews

Moods

adventurous 96%
mysterious 40%
emotional 34%
tense 34%
dark 30%
funny 27%
challenging 12%
lighthearted 8%
hopeful 6%
sad 6%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%
reflective 1%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 24%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 59% | Plot: 30% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 45% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.82

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