The Mortal Instruments: City Of Bones -

Magical symbols inked onto the skin that provide special abilities like strength or healing. Adaptations: Movie vs. TV Show

If you are starting the books, the author suggests beginning with City of Bones . You can explore the full series and spin-offs on Cassandra Clare’s official site .

Starring Lily Collins and Jamie Campbell Bower . Despite high expectations, it was considered a box-office failure and sequels were cancelled. You can find reviews and details on IMDb or Rotten Tomatoes . The Mortal Instruments: City Of Bones

A more successful adaptation on Freeform that ran for three seasons. Fans often prefer this version for its deeper exploration of the book series' lore. Episodes and cast info are available on the Freeform Official Site. Suggested Reading Order

Leader of "The Circle"; obsessed with purging the world of Downworlders. Magical symbols inked onto the skin that provide

One of the three Mortal Instruments; it has the power to create new Shadowhunters.

Arrogant but highly skilled; Clary’s primary love interest. Best Friend Clary's "mundane" (human) friend; loyal and geeky. Alec Lightwood Shadowhunter Jace’s parabatai (sworn partner); protective and serious. Isabelle Lightwood Shadowhunter Fierce, beautiful, and rebellious warrior. Magnus Bane You can explore the full series and spin-offs

The High Warlock of Brooklyn; holds the key to Clary's past.