When the novel first starts, it is incredibly exciting. Part of the reason there was so much anticipation for the release of this novel was because the last one was left on a huge cliffhanger. The beginning of “Chain of Thorns” picks up right where the previous novel left off. Specifically, the diversity of relationships, character backgrounds and love in this novel is a work of art. To Clare’s credit, she has an incredible talent for creating interesting, inviting and complex characters. Not only is it difficult to follow nine different plot perspectives, but it’s hard to keep track of who is who and who is related to what previous characters. Where the plot gets confusing, however, is when Clare attempts to follow the story of nine main characters. Centering on themes of duty, self-actualization and honor, the parts of this series that shine the most are Clare’s creation of extended and twisted conflict that never quite seems to go where one predicts they will. Set in Victorian – era London, Clare introduces readers to a demon-ridden world, where it is her characters’ duty as shadow hunters to protect humanity. “The Last Hours” is a spin-off of one of Clare’s earlier series, “The Infernal Devices,” and follows the story of the previous main character’s children.

After a long two-year wait for the series finale and third book of Cassandra Clare’s series “The Last Hours,” readers finish the book feeling underwhelmed with how Clare finished the series.

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