Clockwork Princess: Infernal Devices
#3 of 3 in The Infernal Devices Series
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What’s inside...
Danger and betrayal, love and loss, secrets and enchantment are woven together in the breathtaking finale to the #1 New York Times bestselling Infernal Devices Trilogy, prequel to the internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series. THE INFERNAL DEVICES WILL NEVER STOP COMING A net of shadows begins to tighten around the Shadowhunters of the London Institute. Mortmain plans to use his Infernal Devices, an army of pitiless automatons, to destroy the Shadowhunters. He needs only one last item to complete his plan: he needs Tessa Gray. Charlotte Branwell, head of the London Institute, is desperate to find Mortmain before he strikes. But when Mortmain abducts Tessa, the boys who lay equal claim to her heart, Jem and Will, will do anything to save her. For though Tessa and Jem are now engaged, Will is as much in love with her as ever. As those who love Tessa rally to rescue her from Mortmain’s clutches, Tessa realizes that the only person who can save her is herself. But can a single girl, even one who can command the power of angels, face down an entire army? Danger and betrayal, secrets and enchantment, and the tangled threads of love and loss intertwine as the Shadowhunters are pushed to the very brink of destruction in the breathtaking conclusion to the Infernal Devices trilogy.
Character compass
Tessa Gray
James Carstairs
William Herondale
Cecily Herondale
Sophie Collins
Gabriel Lightwood
Gideon Lightwood
Charlotte Branwell
Henry Branwell
Axel Mortmain
James "Jem" Carstairs
Magnus Bane
Theresa "Tessa" Gray
Discussion points
How does the concept of loyalty and friendship play out among the characters in the story?
What can we learn from Tessa’s challenges and how she overcomes them?
In what ways do the characters show courage and bravery?
How does the setting of Victorian London contribute to the atmosphere of the book?
What are some of the moral dilemmas faced by the characters, and how do they handle them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child what their favorite part of the book was and why, to get them thinking critically about the story's elements.
Discuss the historical setting of the book, and encourage your child to imagine what life might have been like in Victorian London.
Encourage your child to draw parallels between the challenges faced by the characters and any they might face themselves, to make the conversation personally relevant.
Highlight the importance of the themes of loyalty and bravery by asking your child how they apply these values in their own life.
Ask your child about their favorite character and explore what makes that character relatable or admirable, to deepen their connection to the narrative.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of loyalty and trust
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters demonstrate strong bonds and trust in each other, which are crucial to overcoming obstacles and achieving goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of being reliable friends and trusting others in teamwork and group activities at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: The strength of resilience
Explanation: Characters in the book face various challenges but show resilience by adapting and persevering, which ultimately leads to growth and success.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to not easily give up in the face of difficulties, whether it's in completing a tough school project or dealing with a personal setback.
Example Lesson: The impact of choices and consequences
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of thinking decisions through and considering their potential impact on themselves and others.