City of Ashes (The Mortal Instruments, #2)
by Cassandra Clare
City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare holds a highly rated rating of 4.21 out of 5, based on 541.1K reader ratings. First published in 2008. The book spans 453 pages.
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Clary Fray just wishes that her life would go back to normal. But what's normal when you're a demon-slaying Shadowhunter, your mother is in a magically induced coma, and you can suddenly see Downworlders like werewolves, vampires, and faeries? If Clary left the world of the Shadowhunters behind, it would mean more time with her best friend, Simon, who's becoming more than a friend. But the Shadowhunting world isn't ready to let her go — especially her handsome, infuriating, newfound brother, Jace. And Clary's only chance to help her mother is to track down rogue Shadowhunter Valentine, who is probably insane, certainly evil — and also her father.To complicate matters, someone in New York City is murdering Downworlder children. Is Valentine behind the killings — and if he is, what is he trying to do? When the second of the Mortal Instruments, the Soul-Sword, is stolen, the terrifying Inquisitor arrives to investigate and zooms right in on Jace. How can Clary stop Valentine if Jace is willing to betray everything he believes in to help their father?In this breathtaking sequel to City of Bones, Cassandra Clare lures her readers back into the dark grip of New York City's Downworld, where love is never safe and power becomes the deadliest temptation.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Cassandra Clare |
| Published | 2008 |
| Pages | 453 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fantasy, Romance, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.21 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 541,117 |
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What genre is City of Ashes?
City of Ashes is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fantasy, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is City of Ashes worth reading?
Based on 541.1K reader ratings, City of Ashes has an average score of 4.21 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is City of Ashes?
City of Ashes has 453 pages.
Who wrote City of Ashes?
City of Ashes was written by Cassandra Clare. It was first published in 2008.
What is the ISBN for City of Ashes?
The ISBN-13 for City of Ashes is 9781416914300.0.
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