Book Review: The City of Bones

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The City of Bones by Cassandra Clare follows Clary Fray in her adventures in the world of shadowhunters, demons, and downworlders.  It is a story filled with action, drama, humor, and tragedy.

The first book in Cassandra Clare's best-selling The Mortal Instruments Series is beautifully written in third person, mostly following Clary's thoughts although it occasionally switches to that of other characters such as Jace Wayland.

This book is clearly written for young adult readers and not for young children.  Some of the concepts spread throughout the book would not be understood by younger readers. Furthermore, The City of Bones contains some cursing and some situations that are not exactly appropriate for children.

However, The City of Bones is a wonderful book, sure to have you craving the next installment of the series, The City of Ashes.  This book is perfect for fans of urban fantasy and adventure.

Happy reading,
Regan