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“Yes," Jace said, unable to help himself, "I was trained to be an evil mastermind from a young age. Pulling the wings off flies, poisoning the earth's water water supply - I was covering that stuff in kindergarten. I guess we're all just lucky my father faked his own death before he got to the raping and pillaging part of my education, or no one would be safe.”

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City of Ashes

In this gripping narrative, readers are transported to a desolate urban landscape where remnants of a once-thriving civilization are now overgrown with ash. The story follows a group of individuals navigating this harsh environment, facing the challenges of scarcity, oppression, and the remnants of a world that once was. more

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Cassandra Clare
Cassandra Clare

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

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