The Mortal Instruments

4 books · Ages 10–18 · Young Adult, Middle Grade

The Mortal Instruments is a 4-book series for ages 10–18 by Cassandra Clare.

Where to Start

City of Bones

Start at the beginning: City of Bones

This is a sequential series — each book builds on the last. Start with book 1.

Reading Order

City of Bones
1
City of Bones2007
City of Ashes
2
City of Ashes2008
City of Glass
3
City of Glass2009
City of Heavenly Fire
6
City of Heavenly Fire2014

What This Series Covers

Good vs. EvilFear & BraveryFriendship & LoyaltyLove & FamilyFantasy & MagicFamily & Siblings

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