Authors
Cassandra Clare
Genre: Fantasy, LGBTQ+, Historical Fiction, Mystery
Format: Downloadable Audiobook, Ebook *
Plot: As the second book in the Last Hours series, Chain of Iron continues on the story of the London Shadowhunters in the early 1900's. Cordelia and Lucie are best friends, and seem to be living the dream now that they are together and Cordelia is engaged to her true love, James. Except, there is trouble brewing. Lucie is slowly giving up any hope that she can revive Jesse, and Cordelia's marriage is arranged; James is in love with someone else. Along with this, something is killing the Shadowhunters of London, and James starts getting dreams of these murders. Cordelia and her friends have to find out who this mysterious serial killer is, but can they connect the events before the murderer gains too much power?
Review: I did enjoy this book and thought it was a satisfactory sequel. Though it is a long read, the story just seems to fly by. While there is less action than in the other book, this book has many of the little scenes and details the story needs. I definitely think others will enjoy this book, and recommend it to any lovers of Shadowhunters or YA fantasy in general. The storyline is complex and the character arcs are written very well. Check out the first book of the Last Hours series (if you haven't yet), Chain of Gold.
Rating:
★★★★★
~Natalia, Teen Book Reviewer
*Currently only available directly through Libby app.