The Last Hours: Chain of Thorns

In the Last Hours series' exciting conclusion, James and Cordelia must save London and their marriage. Cordelia is bound to an ancient demon, Lilith, and must return to a London riven by chaos and dissent. She is torn between a love for James and a new life with Matthew, and her friends are destined to face Belial's deadly army alone. They must muster their courage, swallow their pride, and trust one another again to save their city and their families.

Format: Hardback
Length: 688 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2023
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

In this exhilarating and eagerly anticipated finale to the Last Hours series from the #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Cassandra Clare, James and Cordelia are tasked with saving London – and their marriage – from impending doom. Chain of Thorns is a Shadowhunters novel that delves into the depths of loss and despair. Cordelia Carstairs has endured a series of devastating events in a mere matter of weeks. Her father has been brutally murdered, her dreams of becoming a parabatai with her best friend, Lucie, have been shattered, and her marriage to James Herondale has crumbled before her eyes. Moreover, she has been cursed to serve an ancient demon, Lilith, stripping her of her powers as a Shadowhunter. Seeking solace in Paris with Matthew Fairchild, Cordelia hopes to escape her sorrows and immerse herself in the vibrant nightlife of the city. However, reality intervenes when shocking news reaches her: Tatiana Blackthorn has escaped from the Adamant Citadel, and London is now facing a new threat from the Prince of Hell, Belial. Cordelia returns to a chaotic and divided London, where the long-kept secret that Belial is James and Lucie's grandfather has been exposed by an unexpected adversary. The Herondales find themselves under suspicion of dealings with demons, and Cordelia is torn between her love for James, which she has long considered hopeless, and the possibility of a new life with Matthew. Her friends, too, are torn apart by their own secrets, leaving them alone in their fight against the impending threat. With time running out, Belial's sinister plan is about to collide with the Shadowhunters of London, unleashing a deadly wave that will separate Cordelia, Lucie, and the Merry Thieves from any form of assistance. Faced with this daunting challenge, Cordelia and her friends must summon every ounce of courage and strength to confront Belial's deadly army. They must navigate through the shadowy streets of London, facing treacherous challenges and formidable enemies, as they strive to protect their city and their families. In this climactic battle, the fate of the entire world hangs in the balance, and only the bravest and most determined will emerge victorious.

Weight: 900g
Dimension: 162 x 237 x 49 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781406358117