“And Jessamine-Jessamine was gazing at her in abject horror, like someone who has seen a vision of their own ghost. For a moment Tessa felt a stab of guilt. It lasted only a moment, though. Slowly Jessamine lowered her hand from her mouth, her face still very pale. "Goodness, my nose is enormous," she exclaimed. "Why didn't anyone tell me?”
In this steampunk fantasy, a young woman discovers she is part of a secret society and embarks on a journey to uncover her true identity and destiny amidst a world where magic and clockwork technology are intertwined. The story is filled with political intrigue, danger, and a quest for self-discovery. more
Cassandra Clare is a renowned American author, best known for her young adult fantasy novel series, 'The Mortal Instruments'. Her works blend elements of magic, romance, and adventure, captivating young readers worldwide. more
“Hey, Geekoid!" yelled Duncan Dougal, "Why do you read so much? Don't you know how to watch TV?”
“personally I don't trust literature that soothes people's consciences.”
“A winner is that person who gets up one more time than she is knocked down.”