Yet another book that I found myself enjoying - I think I've just been getting really lucky with my selections recently. There were times that Clary as a character annoyed me...some of her reactions didn't seem like the way a girl in her situation would act. Then again, I've never been in a situation like the one she found herself in, so I don't know if it is fair of me to say that. I love Simon's character...he's so relatable and just seems soooo cute in a nerdy sort of way. Isabelle absolutely kicks butt- not so sure about her brother, but he's not the worst guy ever, I suppose. Jace is at times adorable, and at other times infuriatingly full of himself...he has the moves to back it up, though, it seems. I love all the crazy demons and other creatures that have been created and are out floating around New York City. I can't wait to see where tracking down The Mortal Cup will take the story next.