The Mortal Instruments

Frequently asked questions

• What is the correct reading order for The Mortal Instruments series?

  The main series should be read in publication order: City of Bones, City of Ashes, City of Glass, City of Fallen Angels, City of Lost Souls, and City of Heavenly Fire. There are also prequel and sequel series that expand the universe.

• How does The Mortal Instruments connect to Cassandra Clare's other series?

  The Mortal Instruments is the foundational series within Cassandra Clare's Shadowhunter Chronicles, sharing a universe and interconnected characters and storylines with The Infernal Devices, The Dark Artifices, and other companion series.

• Is there a TV show or movie adaptation of The Mortal Instruments?

  The series has been adapted into both a film, "The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones," and a television series, "Shadowhunters," which covers the events of the books.

• Can I read The Mortal Instruments as a standalone series?

  While The Mortal Instruments can be enjoyed on its own, reading it before other Shadowhunter Chronicles series like The Infernal Devices or The Dark Artifices provides a richer understanding of the world and its history.