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The Last Hours: Chain of Gold

Enter the richly imagined world of Edwardian London in The Last Hours: Chain of Gold, the breathtaking first book in Cassandra Clare’s The Last Hours series, read with elegance and depth by Finty Williams. This captivating story follows Cordelia Carstairs, a Shadowhunter with unparalleled courage and skill, as she faces dark forces threatening her world and the people she loves.

Cordelia has spent her life training to be a Shadowhunter and dreams of becoming a hero. When she moves to London, she encounters a city where glamour and danger mix, and new threats lie hidden behind every corner. It’s here that she meets the dashing James Herondale and his charming friends, who draw her into a web of secrets, shadowy alliances, and forbidden love. But her newfound companions have demons of their own, and their mysterious pasts are bound to their futures in ways none of them can yet understand.

When a devastating plague of demons strikes, Cordelia and her friends find themselves fighting for their lives—and each other. Together, they must unlock buried secrets, face haunting betrayals, and discover hidden strengths, or risk losing everything to the darkness.

Blending heart-pounding adventure with a lush, historical setting, Chain of Gold weaves romance, magic, and thrilling danger into an unforgettable tapestry. Finty Williams brings each character to life with her vibrant narration, immersing listeners in every intense battle and tender moment.

Whether you're a longtime fan of the Shadowhunter world or new to Clare’s spellbinding series, The Last Hours: Chain of Gold promises a journey of epic proportions, filled with love, sacrifice, and unforgettable heroes and heroines who will stay with you long after the final word is spoken.

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Narrator
Publisher
Duration
21 hours 35 minutes
Language
English
Word Count
177107 words (136 words/minute )
Genres
Fantasy and Magic, Action and Adventure, Young Adult Titles
Content Themes
Family Life-Siblings
Fantasy/Imagination-Magic
Fantasy/Imagination-Fantasy
Voxblock ISBN
9781917174169
Print ISBN
978-1-4063-9098-8
BISAC Codes
FIC009100 ,
FIC009120 ,
FIC009030 ,
FIC009050
Thema Codes
FM Fantasy,
FJ Adventure / action fiction,
VXQM Mythical, legendary and supernatural beings, monsters and creatures,
FMH Historical fantasy
Reading Level
12+ Years
Interest Level
Upper Years - (14+)
Key Stage
Key Stage 3
ELT
C3
AR Points
28.0.
ATOS Book Level
5.8
Fiction/Nonfiction

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