In the midst of a bustling city, 15-year-old Clary Fray's life takes an unexpected turn when she stumbles upon a mysterious world of demons, vampires, and Shadowhunters. As she delves deeper into this hidden realm, she discovers that she is not who she thought she was. Born to a human father and a faerie mother, Clary is revealed to be the descendant of a long line of Shadowhunters – a group of half-angel warriors sworn to protect humanity from demonic forces. Clary's journey begins with a visit to the Pandemonium Club, where she encounters Jace Wayland, a charming and enigmatic young man who seems to know more about her than he should. As they navigate this treacherous world together, Clary learns that her mother has gone missing, leaving behind only cryptic clues and a hidden past. In a desperate bid to find her mother, Clary turns to the Shadowhunters – a group of warriors led by Hodge Starkweather, who is revealed to be her father. As she embarks on this perilous quest, Clary finds herself entwined in a complex web of magic, lies, and ancient rivalries. With Jace as her guide, Clary learns the ins and outs of Shadowhunter tactics, including sword fighting, demon-slaying, and rune-reading. However, their growing bond is complicated by the revelation that Jace may be hiding secrets about his own past – secrets that threaten to destroy their friendship and put Clary's life in danger. As the stakes escalate, Clary must confront her own identity and the hidden truth about her family's past. With the evil forces of Valentine Morgenstern gathering strength, Clary and Jace find themselves at the forefront of a battle to save New York City from destruction. Will they be able to uncover the secrets of the Shadowhunters and stop the impending catastrophe before it's too late?