City of Ashes doesn't sound like a place you'd go to for brunch, a show, and selfies in front of its charming fountain… probably because a fountain in a city of ashes would be spewing fire or blood or something equally awful.
So if you're looking for a relaxing vacation, don't search AirBnB for this zip code. However, if a rough-and-tumble butt-kicking is what you're after, book your ticket right away.
Questions About Violence
- Are most problems in this book solved through violence? Are there ever any non-violent solutions to the characters' problems?
- Why does Clary insist on always joining the battles even though she's a terrible fighter?
- Did Simon have violent tendencies before becoming a vampire, or did becoming a vampire bring out something he never had?