The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013) follows the story of Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager living in New York City. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she witnesses a murder committed by a group of mysterious individuals known as Shadowhunters—human-angel hybrids tasked with protecting humanity from demons.

After her mother goes missing under suspicious circumstances, Clary discovers that she comes from a long line of Shadowhunters herself. She joins forces with Jace Wayland, a skilled Shadowhunter, and his friends Isabelle and Alec to unravel the mystery behind her mother’s disappearance. Along the way, Clary learns about the hidden world of Downworlders, including vampires, werewolves, and faeries, who coexist alongside humans.

As Clary delves deeper into this supernatural realm, she discovers her unique abilities and a powerful artifact known as the Mortal Cup, which can create new Shadowhunters. However, they must contend with the malevolent villain Valentine Morgenstern, who seeks the Cup for his own dark purposes.

With thrilling action, supernatural intrigue, and themes of love and friendship, City of Bones sets the stage for Clary’s journey as she embraces her destiny and fights to save her mother while uncovering secrets about her own identity and the world around her.