Cordelia Carstairs is a Shadowhunter, a warrior trained since childhood to battle demons. When her father is accused of a terrible crime, she and her brother travel to Edwardian London in hopes of preventing the family's ruin. Cordelia's mother wants to marry her off, but Cordelia is determined to be a hero rather than a bride. Soon Cordelia encounters childhood friends James and Lucie Herondale and is drawn into their world of glittering ballrooms, secret assignations, and supernatural salons, where vampires and warlocks mingle with mermaids and magicians. All the while, she must hide her secret love for James, who is sworn to marry someone else
The Last Hours Series
Step into the vibrant world of early 20th-century London, where a new generation of Shadowhunters confronts rising darkness. Following in the footsteps of legendary figures, these young heroes navigate not only demonic threats but also intricate family secrets and dangerous political intrigue. Experience a thrilling era of transition, filled with forbidden love, ancient magic, and the fight for survival.
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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Cassandra Clare comes the second novel in a trilogy where evil hides in plain sight and love cuts deeper than any blade. Chain of Iron is a Shadowhunters novel. The electrifying second book in Cassandra Clare's brand new Shadowhunters trilogy.
Cordelia Carstairs has lost everything that matters to her. In only a few short weeks, she has seen her father murdered, her plans to become parabatai with her best friend, Lucie, destroyed, and her marriage to James Herondale crumble before her eyes
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