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.
Meliorn reveals that Clary can locate Valentine by accessing a portal via an alternate dimension.
Only hours have passed since Jace left with Valentine and all hell has broken loose at The Institute. Alec, Isabelle and Clary are desperate to find Jace, but are quickly stopped in their tracks with the arrival of Victor Aldertree, who means business about getting the Institute back on track.
After receiving important intel about Valentine from a surprising ally, Clary, Jace, and Luke devise a plan to rescue Jocelyn and to put a stop to Valentine once and for all.
