Jace suspects that Clary's memories are the key to locating Jocelyn and the Mortal Cup; Jace, Isabelle and Alec take Clary to face the Silent Brothers in the City of Bones; Simon attempts to adjust to his best friend's new life.
Clary, Jace, Alec and Isabelle work to rescue Simon from the vampire hideout, Hotel du Mort.
With word of Alec, Jace and Isabelle's activities with Clary reaching The Clave, a convoy is sent to observe the Lightwoods running the New York Institute. Once The Clave representative arrives, it is clear how much trouble the Lightwoods are in.
The Institute and The Clave go on high alert.
Everyone at The Institute prepares for the wedding of Alec and Lydia. During what should be a time of great celebration for many is far from it as they examine their relationships. Alec's parabatai should be at his side for the event, yet he and Jace are still at odds.
